After a successful swimming carnival on Friday of week 2, the students changed their focus to the Interschool Event, held on Monday the 18^th February. Many students continued with their normal training with the Renmark Vitor Swimming Club, while others were invited to come and receive some tips.

The team selected by Jodi Long and Marina Pater looked strong and there was a natural buzz and excitement amongst the group. Students were aware of the necessary commitment, acknowledging that everyone selected, including reserves, had a vital role in it all coming together successfully.

The night started off with a bang, as Dylan White broke the Riverland Open 50m butterfly record set in 2018 and followed with another as he broke the U16 freestyle record set in 1997 (also a RHS record).

The U20 girls medley relay team also broke a Riverland record, set in 2009, smashing it by 3 seconds. The team consisting of Georgia Pater, Madelyn Long, Bree Lambert and Stella Anderson will have a few more opportunities to improve on this time in the years to come as they are a young group.

Two other RHS records were broken on the day by year 9 pocket-rocket Madelyn Long as she broke the open 50m butterfly record. Madelyn also broke the U14 freestyle record.

Throughout the night there were many special moments that contributed to the team's success. Every point was vital and students gave it everything they had. Other strong performers included: Bree Lambert, Jordan White, Stella Anderson, Georgia Pater and Tianna Ivanovic.

Even though Renmark hosted the event, the strong support from parents, RHS staff and most importantly the students (both swimming and cheering) gave the team added incentive to push themselves making it even more special when it was announced that RENAMRK HIGH SCHOOL were the ‘MOST IMPROVED and CHAMPIONS’ for 2019. The cheers and smiles on everyone’s faces highlighted this very special moment showing that when we have the support of everyone, we can do amazing things.

As well as the two major shields we were successful in winning a number of age group pennants. They included the Under 14 Girls, Under 16 Boys and Girls and the U20 Girls. We are looking to build on this success in the future. All the best to the team travelling down to the State Aquatic Centre on Monday the 4^th of March to compete in the C Grade Competition.