Team Overview
The Atlanta Water Jocks ("AWJ" or "Jocks") is a member of the United States Masters Swimming (USMS) organization. The team was formed in January 2003 with the following overall objectives:
The Atlanta Water Jocks ("AWJ" or "Jocks") is a member of the United States Masters Swimming (USMS) organization. The team was formed in January 2003 with the following overall objectives:
- To promote the sport of amateur swimming competition
- To compete in Masters Swimming and Open Water Events
- To improve oneself in the sport of swimming
- To have fun
- To experience camaraderie and develop new and long lasting friendships
Latest Team Highlight
Bermuda, October 2017
Felicia Bianchi and Kathy Masterson represented the "Jocks" this past October at the Bermuda Round the Sound 8K Open Water Swim. With the support and cheering of Paula Johnson our Ladies had an awesome time. Fel was second overall female with the time of 2:20:28 and first in the 40-59 age group. Kathy was second in the 60+ age group with the time of 3:29:08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The ladies extended their permanence on the island for a few days after the race to enjoy the sun, the beautiful views and some awesome bike rides.
Felicia Bianchi and Kathy Masterson represented the "Jocks" this past October at the Bermuda Round the Sound 8K Open Water Swim. With the support and cheering of Paula Johnson our Ladies had an awesome time. Fel was second overall female with the time of 2:20:28 and first in the 40-59 age group. Kathy was second in the 60+ age group with the time of 3:29:08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The ladies extended their permanence on the island for a few days after the race to enjoy the sun, the beautiful views and some awesome bike rides.
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XVII FINA World Master Championships - Budapest - August 2017
The Jocks return to the International scene with four members competing at the XVII edition of the Masters World Championships. The event was held this past August in Budapest, Hungary. Congratulations to John Fields, Britta O'Leary, Megan Melgaard and Nei-Kuan Chia that after swimming several races each came back with many Medals. Megan only swam the 200 back and got second in the M35 group with an outstanding 2:29:84. Nei-Kuan placed 5th and 4th in the 100 and 200 back in the M40 group. John brought back home a 2nd and two 3rd's in the 100 free, 50 free and 50 fly in the M60 group. Britta (in the M30 group) was the multi medal holder with two 2nd's, a 3rd, a 4th and a 5th. She had a couple of very close races . . . especially in the 100 free where she placed 2nd with 59:61 and only 5/100 behind the winner.
Great swims everyone .....
The Jocks return to the International scene with four members competing at the XVII edition of the Masters World Championships. The event was held this past August in Budapest, Hungary. Congratulations to John Fields, Britta O'Leary, Megan Melgaard and Nei-Kuan Chia that after swimming several races each came back with many Medals. Megan only swam the 200 back and got second in the M35 group with an outstanding 2:29:84. Nei-Kuan placed 5th and 4th in the 100 and 200 back in the M40 group. John brought back home a 2nd and two 3rd's in the 100 free, 50 free and 50 fly in the M60 group. Britta (in the M30 group) was the multi medal holder with two 2nd's, a 3rd, a 4th and a 5th. She had a couple of very close races . . . especially in the 100 free where she placed 2nd with 59:61 and only 5/100 behind the winner.
Great swims everyone .....
 Emory outdoor facility on Starvine Way and the Woodruff PE Center at Emory University respectively
The "Jocks" practice at either Emory University or at Pace Academy.
Moreover, at Emory we are fortunate enough to swim outdoors every Sunday morning from April 1st through October 31st from 8:30 to 10:00. Come and swim with us on Sunday morning to get a feel for the group and leave practice refreshed and ready for your Sunday chores. More information on the "Membership & Practices" Tab. |
Sponsors
All American Swim Supply
Through All American Swim Supply, AWJ team members are able to purchase swimming accessories at great discounts. |
