Taganrog City Cup in Finswimming 2024

On October 26, 2024, the city of Taganrog in the Rostov region hosted a significant underwater sports event, the Taganrog City Cup in Finswimming. Organized by the ROOO “Federation of Underwater Sports of the Rostov region” in collaboration with the Committee for Physical Culture and Sport of Taganrog, the competition took place in the swimming pool of the State Budgetary Educational Institution “SSPOR №13” DELPHIN, a 25-meter facility that provided an ideal setting for the competition.

Event Overview

The Taganrog City Cup included multiple finswimming categories, segmented by age and gender. Participants competed in two main finswimming styles: standard finswimming and classic finswimming. Standard finswimming involved swimming with high-speed monofins, while classic finswimming allowed the use of bi-fins. Both styles demanded precision, stamina, and swift techniques as athletes tackled various race distances.

Participants came primarily from Taganrog’s own sports institutions, including “MBOU SSH-2” and “SSHOR-13,” which are known for their focus on developing young talent in finswimming and other aquatic sports. The local sports community’s robust support has helped foster the next generation of finswimmers, making this event a showcase of their progress and potential.

Standout Performances

Several athletes delivered impressive performances across different age groups and disciplines. Here is a breakdown of some notable results:

Girls’ Events

In the girls’ 50-meter finswimming event for athletes born between 2007 and 2010, Evgenia Edalova, representing “MBOU SSH-2,” clinched first place with an impressive time of 20.40 seconds. The next closest competitors, Alina Ershova and Elizaveta Roman, both from “SSHOR-13,” followed with times of 21.47 and 21.73 seconds, respectively, showing strong competition in this age category.

For younger participants born between 2013 and 2014, Pelageya Kalambet from “SSHOR-13” won her race with a time of 24.52 seconds, while Olesya Tyushnyakova and Maria Saprykina closely trailed her with times of 24.65 and 25.63 seconds, respectively. These times highlight the depth of talent among young finswimmers in Taganrog, especially within the city’s specialized sports schools.

Boys’ Events

The boys’ 50-meter finswimming race for competitors born between 2007 and 2010 saw Ivan Burtsev from “MBOU SSH-2” take the gold with a remarkable time of 18.20 seconds. Ivan Beliba and Nikita Albickiy-Semenov, also representing “MBOU SSH-2,” secured second and third places with times of 18.88 and 19.02 seconds, respectively. This age group demonstrated some of the fastest times in the event, signaling promising futures for these young athletes.

For the boys born between 2013 and 2014, Rodion Porokhnya from “MBOU SSH-2” led with a time of 27.44 seconds, edging out his competitors Roman Guriev and Maxim Starshinin, who recorded times of 27.95 and 28.41 seconds, respectively.

Classic Finswimming Highlights

In classic finswimming events, which are generally more challenging due to the use of bi-fins, athletes demonstrated exceptional resilience and skill. For instance, in the 50-meter race for girls born between 2011 and 2012, Alexandra Grankina from “MBOU SSH-2” finished first with a time of 26.50 seconds. Similarly, Stanislav Ovcharov, competing in the boys’ division for participants born between 2007 and 2010, achieved first place with a time of 21.44 seconds, underscoring his expertise in this demanding discipline.

The Significance of the Event

The Taganrog City Cup in Finswimming has become an important annual event for the region, enabling young athletes to compete locally while honing their skills for potential national and international competition. The event not only brings together the local finswimming community but also serves as a vital developmental platform for young athletes. With the consistent support of the ROOO “Federation of Underwater Sports of the Rostov region” and local sports committees, events like the Taganrog City Cup are instrumental in fostering a thriving culture of aquatic sports in Taganrog.

Closing Remarks

The Taganrog City Cup on October 26, 2024, proved to be a well-organized and spirited competition that showcased the talents of young finswimmers across various age groups. With remarkable performances in both finswimming and classic finswimming disciplines, the event highlighted the success of Taganrog’s training programs and the dedication of its young athletes. The impressive times and close competitions underscore the progress these athletes have made, and with continued support, they are poised for promising futures in finswimming.

Through events like this, the city of Taganrog continues to strengthen its role in the underwater sports community, promoting both personal excellence and team spirit among young athletes. The Taganrog City Cup stands as a testament to the region’s commitment to developing the next generation of finswimmers, laying the foundation for future achievements in this thrilling sport.

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