Maggie Mac Neil closed the book last week on one of Canada's best swimming careers and ranks as one of the most successful athletes in London sports history. The 24-year-old Banting secondary school grad overcame sport-induced asthma aggravated by chlorine to win Olympic and world titles with technical excellence, dedication and an astonishing finishing kick. Mac Neil, who took part in a pep rally Thursday at Banting, spoke with Free Press sports reporter Ryan Pyette. Her answers have been condensed. Read More
Tess Routliffe, formerly of cottage 52, wins gold in the pool at the ParaPanAm games in Toronto is pictured here in the centre with her sister Erin on the right.
Way to go Tess. Tess also won gold in a previous meet in England.
Water samples taken at Southampton Beach, Port Elgin Beach and Station Park Beach (Kincardine) show results within acceptable levels according to Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards