The MIG Cricket Club( MIGCC) 11th OPEN SWIMMING GALA 2026 got off to a splendid start with 50 Events comprising of 128 Time Trials being completed in record time. Thanks to the excellent conduct by the GMAAA Officials, super swimming by the Champions and the unwavering and solid support of the host Club, which stretched every sinew to ensure that every need and care of the participants,
As per the tradition, the Meet was inaugurated on the dot with dignitaries of our Club showing up early for this ceremony. Doing the honours were Dr. Mihir/ Bapat – President, Nishant Patankar – General Secretary, Dr. Vishal Sawant – Secretary (Swimming), Amit Dani – Secretary (Cricket), Pradyot Borkar and Taranath Shenoy – legendary Open water Champ, Padma Shri and Arjuna Awardee.
Swimmers, especially from the under 8 years category were in their elements and displayed their immense talent and prowess when they shattered and obliterated a host of records (a Total of 6 Records) while showcasing their brilliance. Girija Pandey (CSMSS), Sharvil Murkar (CSMSS) and Rugved Gade (Ozone Swimming Pool) obliterated two Records each. The Meet being essentially conceived as a Sprint Fiesta produced some absolutely exciting contests. Today’s Events were held for age categories under 6, under 8, under 14, and under 16.
The competition produced a keen contest which had the goodly crowd on its feet all through the five hours cheering for their favourites.
The presentation ceremonies were conducted at the hands of our Club dignitaries and achievers from the Aquatic Fraternity. A great time was had by all. The happy faces in the photos bear testimony to my observation. In addition, the feedback received by organisers from swimmers, Coaches, Parents and well wishers was effusive and encouraging.