Swimmers Dive Into the Aquatics Time Trials
On August 27, the Aquatics Department kicked off the 2025–26 year with its annual Aquatics Time Trials involving swimmers from kindergarten through 12th grade. The event was filled with enthusiasm and impressive performances as 160 students competed in 19 different swim events.
Time trials offer an important opportunity for YISS swimmers to assess their current performance, establish benchmarks for improvement, and acclimate new swimmers to a competitive setting. The event also helps coaches ensure fair and accurate competition entries for the season ahead.
The meet featured outstanding performances across multiple age groups, with several swimmers setting new YISS school records for their age group:
Soyoon L. (3) - 8 & Under - 25m Butterfly in 18.85
Lina K. (3) - 8 & Under - 100m Individual Medley in 1:43.01
Evelyn C. (4) - 9-10 - 100m Backstroke in 1:36.38
Andrew K. (5) - 9-10 - 100m Breaststroke in 1:39.98
Yunejay L. (9) - 13-14 - 50m Butterfly in 26.91
Yunejay L. (9) - 13-14 - 100m Butterfly in 1:00.76
Max G. (12) - 15 & Over - 100m Butterfly in 59.10
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the many volunteers, coaches, and supportive parents who made this event possible. Their dedication ensured that the meet ran smoothly and provided a positive experience for swimmers of all ages.
The YISS Aquatics Program continues to grow in strength and depth, and this event set the tone for another promising season ahead. Congratulations to all our swimmers for their effort, determination, and teamwork—both in and out of the pool!
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