2025 ManSask Long Course Senior Provincial Championships: An Exciting Event for the Saskatoon Goldfins

July 9, 2025

The anticipation is building as the Saskatoon Goldfins Swim Club gears up to compete in the 2025 ManSask Long Course Senior Provincial Championships, taking place from July 10 to 13 at the Pan Am Pool in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This prestigious event promises to be a highlight in the swimming calendar for clubs across the prairies, drawing teams from Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.

Goldfins Ready to Shine

Leading the charge for the Goldfins is Head Coach Steven Hitchings, who is enthusiastic about the upcoming competition. “Man/Sask is the most exciting swim meet in the prairies. The loud and exciting atmosphere produces great swimming,” Hitchings stated. “Bringing 63 swimmers to compete will ensure the Goldfins are bringing plenty of energy! I am looking forward to seeing Goldfins swimmers compete hard, support each other, and have fun this weekend.”

The Goldfins are fielding a strong team of 63 swimmers, all of whom have met the qualifying time standards in one or more of the 17 ManSask events. This talented group includes Farrah Aitken, Fares Alkhtatib, Sofia Baron, and many others eager to make their mark at the championships.

The Competition Schedule

The event kicks off on Thursday, July 10, with preliminaries and timed finals starting at 5:30 PM. The excitement continues through the weekend with a full slate of competitions:

Thursday, July 10, 2025:

5:30 PM: 200M Individual Medley (P), 1500M Freestyle (TF)

Friday, July 11, 2025:

Preliminaries: 09:00 AM & Finals: 5:15 PM
- 100M Fly, 200M Breaststroke, 50M Freestyle, 100M Backstroke, 400M Freestyle, & 200M Freestyle Relay

Saturday, July 12, 2025:

Preliminaries: 09:00 AM & Finals: 5:15 PM
- 200M Fly, 100M Freestyle, 200M Backstroke, 50M Breaststroke, 800M Freestyle (TF), 200M Individual Medley (F) & 200M Medley Relay

Sunday, July 13, 2025:

Preliminaries: 09:00 AM & Finals: 5:15 PM
- 50M Fly, 200M Freestyle, 50M Backstroke, 100M Breaststroke, 400M Individual Medley (TF), & 200M Provincial Medley Relay

Follow the Action

For those unable to attend, meet results will be available on the Meet Mobile App and the Swim Manitoba website. Fans and family members can also follow the Goldfins’ progress and get updates on their social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

The Saskatoon Goldfins Swim Club extends their gratitude to Swim Manitoba and Swim Saskatchewan for their efforts in organizing this championship meet. The event promises to be an exhilarating display of skill, sportsmanship, and camaraderie, with the Goldfins swimmers ready to make waves and strive for success.

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