GOLDEN girl Kelly Banner led the way for Tyldesley SC in the Warburton Gala.

Six Tyldesley swimmers took part, each reaching a final position.

Kelly was clear winner in the 13-Year 200 IM.

And there were silvers for Mark Hurst in the 12-Year 100 backstroke (PB) and 11-year-old Sarah Wood in the 50 freestyle; she also grabbed a bronze in the 100 breaststroke.

Samantha Thompson completed the medal winners with third in the 11-Year 50 freestyle.

Laura Murphy was fourth in the 10-Year 50 butterfly and Stephanie Thompson was fifth in the 200 IM.

LOOKING for youngsters to bolster their squad are Atherton Colls U12s, league and Divisional Cup runners-up last season. Trials will be held on Saturday and July 18 at Hesketh Fletcher playing fields (1.30pm). Turn up or call 01942-887797 for details.

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