The Tribune

ATLANTIC Medical has partnered once again with the Barracuda Swim Club to host the second annual Atlantic Medical Invitational, according to a press release.

The event is scheduled for Friday, March 7 and Saturday, March 8 at the Betty Kelly-Kenning National Swim Complex. Presenting the cheque on behalf of Atlantic Medical was Annastasia Francis, director of operations.

“The Barracuda club is so pleased that Atlantic Medical is once again playing a vital part in the development of young Bahamians in the sport of swimming. Atlantic Medical has a long-standing record of being a company that promotes healthy lifestyles, placing great importance on developing a healthy, fit nation by supporting various charities and civic organisations. Swimming is an activity that helps children to excel both in and out of the pool as it develops discipline, passion and commitment to the sport and to the overall life of a child,” said the release.

Dion Gibson, president of the Barracuda Swim Club, said: “We are pleased once again to partner with Atlantic Medical Insurance and we look forward to this continued relationship and support as we work together to advance the sport of swimming throughout Bahamas”.

The meet this weekend will give swimmers an opportunity to qualify for the 2014 CARIFTA Swimming Championships scheduled for the last week in April in Aruba.

“The public is encouraged to come out and support the swimmers as they strive to qualify for CARIFTA. The Atlantic Medical Barracuda Invitational Swim Meet will take place this Friday evening and Saturday morning at the Betty Kelly-Kenning Aquatic Centre,” the release said.