This weekend, two of Merrylands' rising stars will take to the pool at the NSW Metropolitan Youth Championships, competing against some of the best young swimmers in Sydney.

Coralie Havea and Jay Shrestha have both qualified for their first Metropolitan Championships—a fantastic achievement that reflects their hard work and dedication. Coralie and Jay will represent Merrylands in three individual entries across the weekend.

Coralie Havea

  • Session 1 – 50m Freestyle - approx. 11:33am Saturday
  • Session 2 – 50m Butterfly - approx. 2:18pm Saturday

Jay Shrestha

  • Session 4 – 50m Breaststroke - approx. 2:42pm Sunday

Head Coach Alison Johnston congratulated both swimmers, saying:
“Qualifying for the NSW Metropolitan Championships is a great achievement. I’m very proud of the progress Coralie and Jay have made, and I look forward to seeing them race.”

The Championships are being held at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre on 29-30 November, 2025.

Good luck Coralie and Jay and may the Whale be with you!

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