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Record Turnout for Kids' Swim Event
31 Jul
Summary
- 136 young swimmers registered for the upcoming competition.
- Competition features four age categories with diverse races.
- Event aims to build a strong foundation for swimming in Cambodia.
The 3rd KSF Children Swimming Competition is scheduled for August 1, 2026, and is poised for a record turnout with 136 registered participants. This surge in entries underscores a noticeable rise in enthusiasm for competitive swimming among Cambodian children and their families.
The competition is structured across four age divisions, accommodating a wide range of skill levels and age groups. Swimmers aged 11-12 and 9-10 will compete in 25m and 50m races across freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly events. Younger participants, aged seven and eight, will engage in 25m and 50m races in freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke.
The youngest cohort, six years old and under, will vie for victory in 25m freestyle kick, 25m freestyle, and 25m backstroke races. The Khmer Swimming Federation views this event as a crucial step in its strategy to cultivate a robust swimming culture in Cambodia by providing consistent competitive opportunities from a young age.
