CATHEDRAL College Wangaratta will be well-represented at the School Sport Victoria State Swimming Championships in Melbourne on May 1, with several relay teams and individual swimmers having qualified for the event.

A contingent of 37 middle and senior school students from CCW competed at the Hume Region Swimming Championships in Wodonga on March 14, where Cathedral finished first overall by almost 300 points - the eighth year in a row the college has won the event.

Several students excelled in their individual events, with Tom Benton (year seven), Hayden Ledger and Max Chandler (year eight), Harry Chandler and Harry Allen (year 10), Jemima Pizzini (year 11), and Jess Scott and Jasmin Thwaites (year 12) all qualifying for the state finals.

This year, Jess and Jasmin had the honour of serving as Cathedral College Wangaratta's inaugural swimming captains; as outstanding swimmers who have represented the college for many years, they brought experience and leadership to the role, assisting staff with marshalling and team management.

Six relay teams also earned their spots in the state finals at the March 14 event, and will join the junior school contingent of six relay teams, along with individually selected competitors Zoe Riordan, Mia McGuffie, and Leo Palmer.

Among the individual highlights in Wodonga, Tom Benton, Jasmin Thwaites, and Jess Scott were crowned age champions, recognising their outstanding performances in the pool.

A number of competitors secured silver and bronze medals, contributing to Cathedral College’s overall dominance in the event.

Sports coordinator Dale Carmody commended the swimmers for their dedication and teamwork: "The results speak volumes about the effort and commitment of our students.

"Their hard work in training, support for one another, and passion for the sport were on full display.

"It was fantastic to see them achieve such great success, and we look forward to seeing what they can accomplish at the state finals."

With 17 junior and 21 middle and senior students now set to compete in Melbourne, Cathedral College is gearing up for another great day of racing and success on May 1.