Delac Delivers Strong Nationals Campaign

Tora Delac with younger brother Harris and Coach Mark Erickson Photo supplied

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Cannonvale Cannons swimmer Tora Delac has delivered another impressive performance on the national stage, competing at the 2026 Australian Age Championships on the Gold Coast.

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Qualifying for the event is an achievement in itself, with demanding time standards required to secure a place. Tora earned her spot in five events; 50m Freestyle, 50m Breaststroke, 50m Backstroke, and 100m Freestyle, marking a significant milestone in her swimming journey.

Racing across a full week at this level requires not only physical endurance but also strong mental focus, with athletes needing to consistently perform against some of the country’s best. Tora rose to the challenge, maintaining her composure throughout the meet and delivering solid, consistent swims across all events.

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She recorded times on par with her personal bests throughout the week and achieved top 50 percentile finishes in both the 50m Breaststroke and 100m Freestyle. At a national level, where fields often include more than 70 competitors and results can be separated by mere seconds, these results reflect a highly competitive performance.

This marks Tora’s third consecutive year competing at the Australian Age Championships, highlighting her dedication and continued progression in the sport.

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Head Coach Mark Erickson praised her efforts, saying, “Tora continues to show great maturity in her racing. To qualify for five events and hold her form across an entire championship week is a fantastic achievement. She’s building valuable experience at this level, and it’s exciting to see her development year on year.”

The Cannonvale Cannons congratulate Tora on representing the club with pride and determination.

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Contributed with thanks to Jade Korosec

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