REDDITCH Swimming Club made waves in the second round of the Worcester League with two teams securing top four places at the Abbey Stadium.

The A and B team were drawn together and took full advantage of being at home.

Despite facing a formidable Stourbridge A team, RSC A had a great morale boosting victory, edging the gala by just two points.

Meanwhile, RSC’s B side finished in fourth place. Stourbridge were runners-up with 197 points, Pershore (158pts) third and Orion (120) fifth.

Redditch A achieved an impressive 14 individual wins and eight second places, backed up by three wins and three second places in relays.

The Redditch B team also put in a great performance, gaining two seconds and 11 third places, as well as coming third in three relays.

In the relays, RSC’s wins came in the 13 and under medley and the open age group medley and freestyle events.

Head coach Chris Britt was pleased with both teams’ performances and commented.

“This win puts our A team into second place in the league, and safely into the A final yet again.

“If we can ensure that we have all of our strongest swimmers available to us again, we should ensure another very high final league position.

“The Worcester Winter League gives us the opportunity to enter two teams, testing the strength of our squad and exposing some of our slightly less experienced swimmers to some top level competition.

“The club spirit is fantastic and there is so much competition for places, which can only push up the overall standard at the club.”

Redditch Swimming Club winners: Millie Checkley (11/under, 50 breaststroke), Lizzie Kingham (13/u, 100 breaststroke), Hollie Richmond (13/u, 100 backstroke), Rosie Potter (13/u, 100 freestyle), Ben Lewis (15/u, 100 butterfly and 100 breaststroke), Meg Moss (15/u, 100 breaststroke), Issy Griffiths (15/u, 100 freestyle and 100 backstroke), Paul Wilkes (open, 100 butterfly and 100m breaststroke), Scott Allin (open, 100 backstroke), Braiden Hartles (open, 100 freestyle) and Laura Cranshaw (open, 100 breaststroke).

Anyone who wants to enjoy competitive swimming can find out more by contacting Britt on 01527 853257.

Alternatively, send an email to coach@redditchswim.org.uk. Take a look at our brand new web site at www.redditchswim.org.uk