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Pictured top row, from left, are Oscar, Logan and Indi. Pictured bottom row, from left, are Alex, Callum, James and Taj. 160539_02

PERSONAL bests and state times were the order of the day for the Monbulk Marlins, who competed at the Ringwood Long Course Meet on Sunday, 9 October.
It was one of the most successful swimming meets in recent years for the club.
Ten swimmers attended, they achieved a combined total of 30 personal best times and an incredible eight state times.
In addition, three swimmers were less than one second away from achieving state times.
Head coach Michelle was extremely happy with the results.
“The coaching team is so proud of our swimmers,” she said.
“It was a fantastic day and we’re excited to see all the hard training paying off.”
Results: Logan M; 3rd in Boys 12 and Under 200 IM, 2nd in Boys 12 and Under 50 Freestyle and 1st in Boys 12 and Under 50 Backstroke. Indigo L; 3rd in Girls 12 and Under 50 Breaststroke. James M; 3rd in Boys 12 and Under 50 Butterfly, 2nd in Boys 12 and Under 50 Backstroke. Alex M; 3rd in Boys 12 and Under 50 Backstroke.
The Monbulk Marlins Swimming Club is a not-for-profit, community club which has been based at the Monbulk Swimming Pool for over 40 years.
New members are always welcome, whether swimming for fun, fitness or state times!
Come to the pool any weeknight between 6pm and 7.30pm and ask for Michelle.

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