Rescue championships held at Woy Woy pool

Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club took out the NSW Pool Rescue Championships at the Peninsula Leisure Centre on July 27 and 28.

Competitors from 24 clubs competed in events such as obstacle swims, manikin carries, line throws, medley relays and a simulated emergency response competition.

With the largest team in the competition, Terrigal dominated the Championships, achieving an overall point score of 487.5.

Local club Umina finished in fourth position with an overall point score of 126, and strong performances from Claire Gaffney, Rachel Wood, Jemma Smith, Jasmine Darwin and Bronte Smith.

Surf Life Saving NSW head coach Jeff Mowbray said he was impressed with the growth of the event.

"Pool Rescue gives athletes who prefer swimming over other disciplines a greater opportunity to participate in Surf Life Saving Competition," Mr Mowbray said.

Competitors under 18 also had the chance to be selected to travel to New Zealand as part of a NSW Development Team for the National Championships in October.

The squad is yet to be announced.

Media Release, 29 Jul 2013

Alix Vanny, Surf Life Saving NSW