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🌟 Breaking News: Record-breaking Performances at MD State Champs (3A4A) 2024! 🌟

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  • adamA

    Hey swimmers and swimming enthusiasts!

    The recent Maryland State Championships (3A4A) in 2024 witnessed some truly remarkable performances, with eight event records smashed! 🏊‍♂️💨 From jaw-dropping times to incredible feats of athleticism, the competition was fierce and unforgettable.

    Here's a quick recap of the record-breaking moments:

    1. Girls 200 Yard Freestyle: Andrea Dworak from James Hubert Blake High School set the pool on fire with a lightning-fast time of 1:46.72!

    2. Boys 50 Yard Freestyle: Nasim Elkassem, representing Winston Churchill Swim n Dive, blazed through the water in 20.54 seconds, leaving the competition in his wake!

    3. Girls 100 Yard Butterfly: Sarah Eliason of Richard Montgomery High School soared to victory, setting a new record at 54.33 seconds!

    4. Girls 100 Yard Freestyle: Virginia Hinds from Bethesda-Chevy Chase HS showcased her speed with an incredible time of 49.93 seconds!

    5. Girls 500 Yard Freestyle: Andrea Dworak continued her dominance, clinching another victory with a record time of 4:46.55!

    6. Boys 200 Yard Freestyle Relay: The team from Winston Churchill Swim n Dive displayed outstanding teamwork, breaking the record with a time of 1:22.82!

    7. Girls 100 Yard Backstroke: Virginia Hinds proved her prowess once again, setting a new record of 53.35 seconds!

    8. Boys 400 Yard Freestyle Relay: Winston Churchill Swim n Dive closed the meet with a bang, breaking the record with a time of 3:01.98!

    🎉 Congratulations to all the record-breakers and teams for their incredible achievements! 🎉

    Curious to witness these awe-inspiring performances? Check out the videos on SwimStandards' Instagram or YouTube. Trust us, you won't want to miss this!

    Keep making waves and inspiring others with your passion for swimming! 🌊 #MDStateChamps #SwimRecords #SwimmingFeats #Inspiration

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