SK girls prepare to dive off the block during the 200 medley relay where each team member does 50 meters of a different stroke.

  On Tuesday January 19, the Swim Lady Rebels traveled to Tollgate to tackle their next competitors. 

  The night started off unusually different.  The opposing team first handed the Lady Rebels a signed congratulatory card, whishing for further success throughout the rest of their swim season.  Followed by the thoughtful card, a Tollgate Swimmer sang the National Anthem while the whole pool stood at attention.  After the unusual introduction, since the ladies usually just start the race, the girls hurried to get ready for the first race.

  After a long night of placing in the top three in every race, the Lady Rebels beat out their competitors 50 points to 38.  The victory was much needed after suffering a loss against Cranston East last week.

  The girls’ position in the state ranking is unknown as of this week; however after their loss last week, they were bumped down to fourth in the state. 

  Co-Captain Caitlin Mahoney said, “Our team did really well even though we were missing quite a few girls.  Everyone stepped up to the plate and swam their hardest, which is important as we head into the Championships.”

  The next upcoming meet will be Monday, January 25 at the Newport Boys and Girls Club.  This next meet will be the last meet before Divisions.