South Lake Masters

23/06/2026

A huge congratulations to South Lake Masters Swimming Club member Gregory Walsh on his fantastic performances at the European Transplant Games, where he proudly represented Transplant Sport Northern Ireland👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Gregory not only competed at this prestigious event but also achieved outstanding podium finishes, claiming 🥉 Bronze in the 100m Freestyle and 🥇 Gold in the 50m Backstroke’

These remarkable results are a testament to Gregory’s dedication, determination, and hard work both in and out of the pool. We are incredibly proud to have him as part of the South Lake Masters family🧡💙

Well done, Gregory you are amazing💪🏼

BronzeMedal

21/06/2026

No better way to end another successful season at South Lake Masters Swimmer Club than a trip to Camlough for a swim in the sunshine☀️🏊🏼🏊🏼‍♀️

14/06/2026

Sunday mornings don’t get much better than this! 🌊🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️

A fantastic turnout from South Lake Masters Swimming Club at Swim Ulster’s Big Bay Swim in Donaghadee, with our swimmers taking on the 750m, 1500m and 3000m distances in the chilly open waters.

What we love most about events like these is seeing our experienced swimmers return year after year, welcoming newcomers who are stepping up to a new challenge, and everyone else who pushes themselves outside their comfort zone. That’s what our club is all about🧡💙

Safe to say we’re better together – the support, encouragement and camaraderie shown on the shore and in the water make days like this so special.

To top it all off, there were medals and podium finishes for some of our swimmers – a brilliant reward for all the hard work and dedication put in throughout the season. 🏅👏

Well done to every South Lake swimmer who took part. We couldn’t be prouder🎉

07/06/2026

Testing the waters at Donaghadee! 🌊

With the Swim Ulster Big Bay Swim taking place next weekend, some of our members headed to Donaghadee for an afternoon training session to get familiar with the course and conditions.

We had everything on display today — wetsuits, skins, gloves, bare hands… there was a bit of everything! 🏊‍♂️❄️ One thing everyone could agree on was the importance of having plenty of hot water waiting afterwards, because that water was definitely on the chilly side.

The preparation has been done, confidence is building, and we’re looking forward to next weekend’s event. Most importantly, just look at the smiles — despite the cold and rain, a fantastic day was had by all🧡💙

Good luck to everyone taking part in the Big Bay Swim. SLM are ready! 💪🌊

02/06/2026

A huge congratulations to our South Lake Masters members who took on the TriAthy Triathlon this weekend! 🏊🏼‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏃🏽

Special mention goes to Lee and Jim McCartan who completed their very first triathlon at Sprint distance – and absolutely loved every minute of it. What a fantastic achievement and a brilliant introduction to the sport. Absolute champs! 👏

They were well supported and in safe hands with Ironman Phil Headley, who was also in action, taking on the Olympic distance event and leading by example.

All three athletes agreed that the South Lake Masters pool and open water swim sessions played a huge part in preparing them for race day, giving them the confidence and skills needed to tackle the swim leg successfully.

This is just the beginning of a busy summer of events for our crew, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of the season brings.

Well done everyone – we’re proud of you! 🧡💙

27/05/2026

Huge congratulations to our very own Coach Donal and club member Kirsten on their wedding day at the weekend❤️💍

A moment of appreciation for that dress, that backdrop….you were just stunning Kirsten💫

From all of South Lake Masters we wish you both a lifetime of happiness, love, laughter and swimming together!

Naturally the club hat couldn’t miss the big day… making this a very special edition of and officially launching 😂

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

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What a fantastic day at yesterday’s gala! Our swimmers were all smiles celebrating their haul of medals after some brilliant performances in the pool🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️

Congratulations to the whole team! 🧡💙👏

24/05/2026

🏊‍♂️ HOME TURF RECORDS🔥

A fantastic day for South Lake Masters at the Swim Ulster Long Course Gala at South Lake Leisure Centre!

Three Ulster records already broken:
🏅 John Irwin – 100m Butterfly
🏅 Fiona Celland – 200m Individual Medley
🏅 Fiona Celland – 50m Backstroke

Coach Fiona is clearly putting her own coaching advice to very good use 👏

And beach lifeguard John Irwin is certainly making waves in the pool as well as on the beach 🌊💪

Huge congratulations to everyone competing today — brilliant performances all round!