This point in the year is brutal — the 4 p.m. sunset and the thick exhaustion that settles into the darkness. But inside the pool, it’s always bright. The deep water of the lap lane is cool, while the hot tub and sauna are warm.
UBC’s Artistic Swimming Club has been making national headlines in the world of artistic swimming for years now as a club with skill, heart and promise.
Hugh McNeill and Emma O'Croinin represented Canada at the 2023 World Aquatic Championships in Fukuoka, Japan from July 14–30.
Since 1948, 40 students, alumni and coaches have represented UBC and their country across 22 different Games.
The Thunderbirds women’s swim team took gold last weekend at the Canada West Swimming Championship, and the men’s team placed second behind the University of Calgary. While returning swimmers all placed highly, the depth of the women’s team roster helped the ‘Birds come out on top.
