Presented to recognise an outstanding swim by a BLDSA member during the year as an individual effort or within a championship without receiving an award from that championship.

Awarded to:

Mr Philip Yorke

(FOR THE 2013 SEASON)

Nomination Précis
Philip Yorke took part in 8 events and completed 39.38 miles. Despite swimming breaststroke Philips abilities and determination saw him finish 8th in the published list of the senior Grand Prix. He is a constant larger than life character and always finds time to speak to swimmers of all abilities. He took part in a channel swim in 2013 as part of a relay team. He received the Bedford trophy for Windermere (Last Man Home) and swam at the Budworth Mere Championships and City of Liverpool events.

Phil Yorke, C of C, Bala, St Mary’s Loch.

Philip Yorke, always smiling forever encouraging others whilst leaving crawl swimmers in his wake. Awesome completion of 10.5 mile Windermere.

Philip Yorke for his dedication to complete both the 5 mile and 1 mile race at Champion of Champions (I maintain it was far longer), and a great effort throughout the season.

Philip Yorke Well done for his dedication in completing the 5 mile swim at Dover in 5hr 20mins.

Also Nominated Was:

Mark Westaway