2024-2025

2025 Spring Training camp in Spain! 

9 of our National swimmers headed to Torremolinos, Spain for 2 weeks of training under the sun ☀️ with special out trips to Gibraltar, Ronda, Setenil, and Malaga city. Training in a 8 lane 50m outdoor pool, these swimmers completed 18 practices over their time in Spain. 

Coached by Rod & Grace this training camp was one for the books. Stay tuned for our next adventures! 

Written by Karina McDougall, Provincial 3 swimmer

Day 1

We started off with morning practice on Wednesday at commonwealth, all the girls loved the training and our main set. -4x 400 free, IM with fins. Next, we traveled to Lady smith after stopping at the “old town bakery” and getting some cinnamon buns. In lady smith, we went to the pool to take a quick peak. It was a 4 by 25m pool where Colton Gonzales swims, his 100-backstroke time is 58s!

PCS made waves at the 2025 Winter Provincials this past weekend, delivering an incredible performance that secured us a 2nd-place overall finish with a massive score of over 2,000 points. With 45 athletes racing, we saw outstanding swims, record-breaking performances, and incredible teamwork.

New Club Records Set

Boys 11-12 400m Freestyle Relay - Taking down a 2 year old record, Derek Francois, Ari Stamhuis, Owen Schroeder and River Chin swam an impressive 4:28.98 on the 4x100m freestyle relay

PCS has over 85 swimmers taking place in Vancouver Island Regionals in Duncan, BC this past weekend. Click to read more about swim meet higlights, new club records and qualifiers.

Congratulations to our new Divisional Qualifiers:

• Maya Marston (100m freestyle)
• Ruby Crowe (200m backstroke)
• Andy Zhou (200m breaststroke)
• Sohayb Belaid (50m breaststroke)
• Jack Godin (100m freestyle & backstroke)
• Olive Winters (100m backstroke)

Congratulations to our new Provincial Qualifiers:

Support the Future of Crystal Pool – Vote YES on February 8th

If you know anyone eligible to vote in the City of Victoria, please encourage them to vote YES on February 8th to secure funding for a new pool. Additionally, we need votes for "south" to keep the current facility open during the five-year construction phase.

McKinnon Pool is more than just a recreational facility; it is a vital part of our community's well-being and academic life. The pool serves a diverse group of individuals, including students, staff, and community members, providing an essential space for physical exercise, relaxation, and social interaction. Its closure would not only disrupt the daily routines of many but also undermine the health and wellness programs that are crucial for a balanced and productive university experience.

Protest Walk: 

When: February 8th, 1-2:30pm