Alex Maher
Local lifesaver and Swimming club member, Alex Maher, represented his country at the Junior European Lifesaving championships in Riccione, Italy and has brought him a bronze medal.
The competition was held in both the pool and the beach, featuring 24 countries and over 20 events.
He won his Bronze medal in Beach sprint relay, setting a new Irish record in the Manikin carry relay. Alex also performed very well in the Surf Swim, pool obstacle and Pool SERC (Simulated Emergency Response Competition).
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