Athletic Department

Swim Coach Ewen McDonald Receives Masters Swimming Australia Unsung Hero Award

Ewen McDonald is a coach like no other. Today, we celebrate Ewen's accomplishment and contribution to the Tattersalls. This year, the call went out for nominations for the "Masters Swimming Australia Unsung Hero Award”, an award given to those who go above and beyond behind the scenes. This nomination form was easy to complete, [...]

Swim Coach Ewen McDonald Receives Masters Swimming Australia Unsung Hero Award2025-12-04T10:56:52+10:00

December AD Member of the Month: Matt Rule

Our December AD Member of the Month truly embodied the mantra: “It’s not about the destination, but the journey.” After months of brutal training, mental prep, and a strict nutritional plan, Matt Rule was well and truly ready to take on the 100km Oxfam Trail Run in Hong Kong. But on his way to [...]

December AD Member of the Month: Matt Rule2025-12-04T09:49:08+10:00

9 Incredible Athletes Set New Guinness World Record at Tattersalls

A world record set in our very own pool! If you were in the Club over the weekend, you would have witnessed history. We were pleased to host a unique but breathtaking (well, technically breath holding) world record. Over the space of 24 hours, 9 accomplished free divers completed 3918 underwater laps, the equivalent [...]

9 Incredible Athletes Set New Guinness World Record at Tattersalls2025-11-27T14:03:56+10:00

November AD Member of the Month: Matthew Braithwaite-Young

Our AD Member of the Month for November has been chosen for his exceptional resilience and dedication to rehabilitation. Matthew Braithwaite-Young, known to many around the Club as Matt or MBY, has earned this month’s recognition through sheer determination and an unwavering commitment to returning to the sport he loves.Back in 2019, Matt faced a [...]

November AD Member of the Month: Matthew Braithwaite-Young2025-11-27T09:41:23+10:00

Train Like a Pro with Tattersalls’ 12-Week Swim Program

From Monday 19 January 2026 in the Athletic Department. Cost $150 (Includes the 12-week program, expert-led sessions, NSW Masters and Swimming Australia registration, and a Tattersalls swim cap). As the festive season approaches, it’s easy for health and fitness goals to take a back seat. And while there’s nothing wrong with enjoying a little [...]

Train Like a Pro with Tattersalls’ 12-Week Swim Program2025-11-12T11:22:05+10:00

Eat to Compete: How to Fuel Your Body for Race Day Success

Over the last few weeks, many Tattersalls athletes have achieved personal bests and set new records, an incredible effort all around! One of the key factors in peak performance is pre-race nutrition. Below, we’ve outlined our recommendations to help you prepare for your event and get the most out of your training. No matter [...]

Eat to Compete: How to Fuel Your Body for Race Day Success2025-11-06T10:56:03+10:00

AD Member of the Month: Mark Preston

Athletic Department: Like a fine wine, our October AD MOTM is getting better with age. Mark Preston has recently returned from the World Triathlon Championships held in Wollongong as the world champion in his age group. After finishing third in last year's event, Mark altered his training and focused on the little things that [...]

AD Member of the Month: Mark Preston2025-10-30T14:14:41+10:00

Exercise and Brain Health: New Research Highlights Big Benefits

A new Australian study has revealed that vigorous physical activity may help reduce the risk of developing dementia by lowering levels of a key blood protein linked to brain inflammation. Researchers from the University of Tasmania studied over 1,000 participants and found that those who regularly exercised at a high intensity, whether running, swimming, [...]

Exercise and Brain Health: New Research Highlights Big Benefits2025-10-21T15:27:33+10:00

Tattersalls Strikes Gold at the 2025 Masters Swimming NSW State Short Course Championships

Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 October at Peninsula Leisure Centre, Woy Woy Another carnival, another swag of medals for our incredible Tattersalls swim squad. Two weeks ago, our swim squad, led by coach Ewen, headed to the Central Coast. After weeks of training and preparation, 11 swimmers represented the Club at the two-day carnival, delivering [...]

Tattersalls Strikes Gold at the 2025 Masters Swimming NSW State Short Course Championships2025-10-21T15:11:53+10:00

Young Tattersalls Get A Taste Of the Athletic Department

Recap. On Tuesday 7 October we had the pleasure of hosting some of the sons and daughters of our members for our first School Holiday program. The children spent the entire morning at the Club, first enjoying breakfast with their parents and then heading to the AD for activities. The first hour was spent with our [...]

Young Tattersalls Get A Taste Of the Athletic Department2025-10-14T13:37:05+10:00

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