Graham smith swimmer biography books
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SWIMMING CANADA’S CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The greatest Canadian swimmers of all time are recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the sport of swimming through Swimming Canada’s Circle of Excellence.
In order to be considered for nomination, a swimmer must have achieved: a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, Pan American Games or Short Course World championships or; a gold, silver or bronze medal at the Olympics or Long Course World Championships. A Para swimmer must have achieved three individual gold medals at the Paralympic Games (1988 or prior), two individual gold medals at the Paralympic Games (1992-2004), or one individual gold medal at the Paralympic Games (2008 or later).
New inductees will be honoured at special ceremonies throughout the years at various Swimming Canada domestic competitions.
- Ron Jacks – 2022 – Swimmer/Coach
BORN January 23, 1948, Winnipeg, Manitoba
HOMETOWN Victoria, BC
COACHES Ted Simpson, James “Doc” Counsilman
SWIMMER HIGHLIGHTS
- Competed at the 1964, 1968 and 1972 Olympic Games
- Two gold medals at 1966 Commonwealth Games (110-yard butterfly, 440-yard medley relay)
COACH HIGHLIGHTS
- Only Canadian to coach Olympic medallists in both pool (Shannon Smith, 1976/Pamela Rai, 1984) and
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About the Book:
Helen is a retired teacher living on the Irish coast. She enjoys the peace and quiet – despite the burden of Margaret, her unpleasant sister. Margaret arrived three years ago for a short holiday, but somehow managed to stay and worm her way into Helen’s life.
One day, Helen sees a man struggling in the sea and decides to investigate. She doesn’t quite know what it is, but something about it feels very strange.
My Thoughts:
I discovered this little gem by Graham Norton quite by accident. The Swimmer is a novella, a quick listen/read, but no less absorbing or deeply plotted than his other novels.
What a delight it was to listen to this narrated by Graham Norton himself. It makes me want to go back and listen to each of his other novels, despite having already read them.
I enjoyed this story, about Helen, retired school teacher living a quiet life in an Irish coastal town. It was funny, intriguing, and caught me by surprise with the twist. Deceptively simple, Graham Norton is simply a master at tapping into human nature and the need we all have for connection.
Highly recommended.
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