U.S. Masters Swimming recently wrapped up their 2011-2012 Winter Indoor Competition season with the Illinois State Swim Meet. The University of Illinois in Chicago hosted about 400 swimmers in 502 races and relays over the three-day event. The Sun City Stingray Club was represented at the meet by their assistant coach, Len Lencioni. He was able to capture two gold medals in the 200-yard freestyle and in the 200-yard butterfly events. He also earned a silver medal in the 400-yard individual medley race and a bronze medal in the 200-yard individual medley race.
Stingrays assistant coach Len Lencioni brought home two gold medals, one silver medal, and one bronze medal at the Illinois State Swim Meet at The University of Illinois in Chicago. (Photo provided)
Len narrowly missed two medals, taking fourth place in the 100-yard freestyle and 200-yard breaststroke events. He also received two 7th place medals: one each in the 50-yard freestyle and in the 100-yard Breaststroke swims. He was able to score points for the Stingrays in all of his eight competitions. The Stings finished with 45 points, placing the Sun City swim club in 21st place out of the 36 teams that participated.
The Stingrays are currently preparing for a demonstration of synchronized water skills and movements to be performed in conjunction with the Feeling Great Is Ageless Expo on Wednesday, May 23rd, from noon to 1 p.m. at Prairie Lodge’s indoor pool. Admission is free. Plan to come early, as seating is limited. Check it out – you won’t be disappointed!
