Columbia Gorge Masters Swimmers set national records

Nichols has been focusing her training on freestyle events and won the 100, 200, and 500 yard events, making her a national champion in these events. She placed second in the 50 yard free and seventh in the 50 backstroke. Sandi placed with thirds and fourths in the 50, 100, and 200 backstroke and the 50 and 100 yard freestyle events.

A highlight was the women’s 75-plus relays in which the relay team of Nichols, Rousseau, Joy Ward, and Margaret Toppel (both from Portland) set new national records. The prior medley relay record was from 2009, and the Oregon team swam faster by 25 seconds.

Masters swimming is thriving in the Gorge, and everyone is invited to try it out whether you are a seasoned swimmer or just learned to swim.

Coached workouts are Monday through Friday from 6–7:30 a.m. Contact Head Coach Shelly Rawding hrvst.coach@gmail.com if interested.