Go Joe!!!

Joe in lane 0 (blue and black jammers) at the start of his ASA nationals 1500 swim, and with Coach after, both looking pretty pleased with themselves!

Sorry for the delay in posting but I had to wait to download pics from 'big' camera.

For the record: Joe quickly got into his stride, holding third and then second position in his heat right up until the last 100 when a couple of older swimmers kicked up a gear. He fought to the end, and finished a fantastic 5th in his age group, with a time of 17:03.18 - an 11sec PB. Chloe and I were literally shaking in the stands, it was so exciting.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Joe; his team mates who have allowed him to complete the different sets necessary for a long distance swimmer, our family and friends for the practical and financial support, all those who watched and cheered via the live stream, and especially Coach for believing in him and helping him make his dream come true. Podium place next year? Come on MiniDobb!!!