🎄 Killarney Sparkles at the 2025 PCS Christmas Cracker in Victoria 🎄
Killarney had 35 swimmers lite up the pool in Victoria at the 2025 PCS Christmas Cracker, delivering standout performances and showcasing incredible team spirit. The adventure began early Thursday morning with flights to the island, followed by a focused pre-meet training session that set the tone for the weekend.
From there, the team enjoyed an afternoon of sightseeing—including a magical visit with Santa himself—before gathering for a festive team dinner that fueled excitement for the fast swimming to come.
🏆 Meet Highlights
Killarney finished 3rd overall, proudly earning the title of top Alberta team at the competition. Over the three days, our swimmers collected an impressive 16 gold, 11 silver, and 7 bronze medals, and 205 Best Times.
Individual and relay medalists:
Tyler Berent, Keelin Booth, Dorothy Dean, Sophie Holowaychuk, Ismail Ibatullin, Elyse Jugnauth, Alexandra Kellow, Kyle Kidd, Nicole L’Heureux, Kayla Malinowski, Kade Morgan, Sean Piatek, Kamryn Rideout, Abigail Share, Sophia Shpak, Elliot Strom, and Evelyn Washbrook.
🔥 Record-Breaking Moments
Two new Killarney Club Records were set:
Sophie Holowaychuk – 13–14 Girls 200 Backstroke, 2:18.18
Sophia Shpak – 11–12 Girls 200 Breaststroke, 2:38.76
🌟 More Achievements to Celebrate
Two new Provincial Championship qualifiers:
Posie Payette & Layla SandhawaliaTwo new Western qualifiers:
Sean Piatek & Ismail IbatullinA sweep in the 13–14 Girls 200 Backstroke (Sophie, Nicole, Elyse)
Sophie Holowaychuk winning an incredible 6 of her 7 events (6/7)
And an unforgettable Holiday Cheer, courtesy of Abigail, Kamryn, and Kyle!
❤️ Thank You
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our chaperones—your energy, support, and enthusiasm made this weekend smooth, safe, and so much fun.