In a historic triumph, City of Leeds Synchro has emerged as the reigning national champions in the highly anticipated Swim England National Combo Cup 2023. The prestigious event took place on Saturday, 8th July, marking a groundbreaking achievement for the club, the county, and the region.
Since its inception in 2017, the Swim England National Combo Cup has been a platform for synchronised swimming clubs from across the country to showcase their exceptional talent and skill. Throughout the years, City of Leeds Synchro has consistently secured medals in various events, but the ultimate goal of winning the overall points and claiming the championship title remained elusive – until now.
This year’s competition featured a unique scoring system. Each participating club could enter a maximum of five events out of a total of ten. A bonus point was awarded to clubs with a full team of ten swimmers. Moreover, the ranking in each event determined the allocation of points, with first place earning 8 points, second place receiving 7 points, and so on.
City of Leeds Synchro executed an extraordinary performance, surpassing all expectations and capturing the crown with a remarkable total of 42 points. The club’s outstanding achievement was further magnified by a comfortable nine-point lead over their main rivals, Rugby.
A contingent of 50 dedicated swimmers represented City of Leeds Synchro at the competition, and each athlete returned home adorned with medals. The team collectively secured three gold medals, one silver medal, and one bronze medal, demonstrating their exceptional prowess and unwavering dedication to the sport.
Buoyed by their success, City of Leeds Synchro’s swimmers have etched their names in the annals of club history, leaving an indelible mark on the national synchro scene. Their outstanding performance is a testament to the relentless hard work put in by the coaches, support staff, and, of course, the talented athletes themselves.
Following their triumph, the Swim England website shared an official roundup of the events, along with captivating photographs, allowing fans and enthusiasts to relive the electrifying moments. Interested readers can access the detailed coverage by visiting Swim England Website.


The glory continued for City of Leeds Synchro on Sunday, 9th July, as the masters ladies’ team garnered a collection of medals for their spectacular performances. The team achieved an impressive feat by securing two gold medals in the solo events, with one gold in the 25-29 age group and another in the 70-79 age group. Additionally, the 25-39 age group combo clinched a well-deserved bronze medal, adding to the club’s growing list of accolades.
City of Leeds Synchro has firmly established itself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of synchronised swimming. The club’s exceptional achievements in both the national championship and masters events underscore their commitment to excellence, dedication, and passion for the sport. As the celebrations continue, the entire community eagerly anticipates what lies ahead for this remarkable team as they inspire future generations of synchro enthusiasts.

Photo by Swim England



