Young 'superstar' swimmer makes a splash by raising hundreds for Mansfield Swimming Club

Mansfield is known for its swimming, with two-time Team GB Olympic gold medalist Rebecca Adlington growing up in the town.

With swimming training at Mansfield Swimming Club suspended due to coronavirus, the aspiring-Adlington’s had to find other activities to amuse themselves during lockdown.

However, that did not stop Isabelle Spencer, 9, from still supporting the swimming club in whatever way possible.

Isabelle has been making hand-made magnets and bracelets to raise funds for the club, and even sat out in the heavy rain on July 25 to sell her wares.

Izzy, who lives in Sutton In Ashfield, said: “I wanted to help raise money for the club as I didn't want it to close due to Covid 19.

"Since I joined the swimming club I have made lots of friends and everyone at the club are very kind and helpful and I can't wait to get back in the pool!"

Overall, Isabelle managed to raise an impressive £306.17.

Sharon Brown, Open Meet co-ordinator at Mansfield Swimming Club, said: “Well done Izzy, what a superstar, we are super proud.

“This is a great achievement and Izzy is a credit to the club.”

The club also holds fundraising events throughout the year, and each year purchases the competitive swimmers that reach county level a club shirt to wear at the annual Notts ASA County Championships.

Sharon added: "We are always proud of our swimmers, Mansfield Swimming Club is not only a place to train to be a successful competitive swimmer, it is also is a great place to meet new friends.

“Funds raised by Izzy will be a great addition towards celebrating Mansfield swimming club's success in 2021 when hopefully we can return to competitive swimming.”

For more on Mansfield Swimming Club, visit www.mansfieldswimmingclub.co.uk/.