SEASAC Swimming 2026 was held from March 4th to 8th, with a full team of 20 swimmers from CDNIS competing at Garden International School in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Spirits were high at this overseas swim meet due to the excitement built over the school year, with the entire team training hard from January to March to perform their best.
This three-day meet involved 15 other schools from Southeast Asia, and everyone was eager to swim at their very best. The atmosphere was intense but sociable. Although swimmers competed fiercely against each other, they also exchanged tips and congratulated each other on their achievements afterward. This was especially true during the periods between competitions, where former competitors gathered and created lasting friendships through their shared passion.
To prepare for a meet of this caliber, CDNIS swimmers set goals for themselves and trained specifically for their events, ranging from 50-meter to 800-meter races. They trained rigorously for four to eight sessions a week, working both in and out of the pool. This was especially difficult for our senior swimmers, who had to cope with the pressure of upcoming exams while attending swimming sessions. Nevertheless, they were some of the best performers at the meet.
The results of this meet were the best the team has seen in years, with everyone achieving at least one personal best time and multiple school records broken. Not only that, but the team also placed 8th overall, with many swimmers finishing in the top 8. A highlight was Ryan P’s performance in the 50 meters backstroke and the 400 meters individual medley, where he achieved first and second place, respectively—the best performance a CDNIS swimmer has achieved at SEASAC.
Although SEASAC Swimming 2026 was a valuable experience for the younger swimmers, it was also the last international swim meet for senior swimmers: Captain Shivin S., Eldon Y., Isaac Y., Jasper Y., and Justine W. Not only did they contribute points to the team, but they also boosted team morale by cheering, advising, and joking with the younger swimmers. Their absence next year will be felt prominently across the entire team.
Thank you to Coach Steve, Coach Ruby, and Mrs. DSJ for leading the team on this trip! Their feedback and guidance were invaluable for swimmers to improve and stay motivated during these tough three days, especially with sudden changes during the event.
Once again, congratulations to all the swimmers for their hard work and dedication, and we look forward to seeing more of their excellence in the upcoming T-Wolves Invitational swim meet!
