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Young Harrogate divers qualify for national finals

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 08:16

Georgia Marsh and Arthur Oxley will contest the Diving National Skills Finals.

Two talented Harrogate divers are set to contest a national final next week.

Georgia Marsh, 12, and Arthur Oxley, 10, who are both members of Harrogate District Diving Club, will take part in the Diving National Skills Finals on 19th and 20th July.

The pair booked their places in the finals after impressive performances at a recent regional qualifying event.

The finals will see Georgia and Arthur take on poolside, 1m and 3m skills in a 12-dive circuit.

The pair are members of the Harrogate District Diving Club, which has bounced back after struggles during the pandemic.

It's numbers dwindled to just 6 divers during the refurbishment of Harrogate Hydro, but it now has 70 members - and is still growing.

The club appointed head coach Albany Thompson, who has coached local divers to numerous medals and successes.

He was also able to bring Jack Laugher to the club to speak to the youngsters about mental blocks and upkeeping your mental health in such a tough sport.

The club became a finalist in the Swim England National Awards 2024 and won North East Region Club of the Year.

Club Chair Mandy Ward said:

“The club continues to grow, both in members, committee and coaches and we are excited for the future.”

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