SWIMMING SOUTH AFRICA

Kaylene Corbett during the Women 200 LC Meter Breaststroke during day 2 of the SA National Aquatic Championships at Newton Park Swimming Pool on April 13, 2023 in Gqeberha, South Africa.

Swimming SA appeals to Sports Minister over budget cuts

Swimming South Africa (SSA) president Alan Fritz has raised serious concerns following their recent meeting with Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie in Johannesburg, where they pleaded with him not to slash the federation’s funding.

SA swimmer Pieter Coetze

Swimming SA needs R85 million to prepare team for 2028 and 2032 Olympics

Swimming South Africa president Alan Fritz says the federation requires about R85 million to prepare its athletes for the Los Angeles 2028 and Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

SA swimmer Pieter Coetze

Pieter Coetze not under pressure to chase world record

South African swimming sensation Pieter Coetze says he is determined to one day break the men’s 100m backstroke world record of 51.60 seconds, set by Italian Thomas Ceccon, but insists he feels no pressure to achieve it immediately.

President of Swimming South Africa Alan Fritz

Alan Fritz - Swimming SA needs facilities to host a major international event

Swimming South Africa president Alan Fritz has admitted that the federation is unable to host any major international competition due to the lack of proper facilities in the country.

SA swimmer Tatjana Smith wins gold at Olympic Games in Paris

Tatjana Smith: SA Sports Awards nomination doesn't get old

South African swimming sensation Tatjana Smith insists being nominated for awards remains one of the most special feelings of her career as she competes for yet another SA Sports Awards double.

President of Swimming South Africa Alan Fritz

Swimming SA president Alan Fritz optimistic ahead of World Championships

Swimming South Africa president Alan Fritz says he is optimistic that the 14-member team will reach the finals in their respective events at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore.