Under clear skies and perfect summer conditions, more than 120 swimmers gathered at Tod’s Point on Saturday, July 19 for the 36th Annual One-Mile Swim, hosted by the Greenwich Swim Committee, supporting the YMCA of Greenwich.
The annual open water race has become a cherished tradition in the Greenwich community, bringing together swimmers of all ages and experience levels to support a powerful cause: water safety education and access to swim lessons for all.
“This event has been enthusiastically supported by the Greenwich community for over 36 years and it is terrific to once again partner with the YMCA of Greenwich to support their Swim School Scholarship fund,” said Jonathan Harnett, Chairman of the Greenwich Swim Committee. “We are grateful for the many swimmers of different ages and ability levels that came out to compete, including high school and collegiate swimmers, tri-athletes, and recreational swimmers.”
Proceeds from the event benefit the YMCA of Greenwich’s Swim School Scholarship Campaign and the Safety Around Water initiative, which provides free, six-week swim lessons to children in Greenwich Public Schools who lack basic water safety skills. Together, these programs help ensure that every child—regardless of financial circumstance—can learn how to stay safe in and around water.
“Swimming is a life skill, not a luxury—and in a waterfront town like Greenwich, it’s critical. The One-Mile Swim allows us to expand our reach and bring essential water safety education to more children every year. We’re incredibly grateful to the swimmers, sponsors, and volunteers who make this possible,” said Matt Skaarup, CEO of the YMCA of Greenwich.
The race featured a one-mile course in the Long Island Sound, with calm waters and water temperatures near 70°F.
Top finishers included:
1st Place: Olivia DeVries, age 15, with a time of 17:18
2nd Place: Liam Bogart, age 25, with a time of 17:51
3rd Place: Ashley Honey, age 46, with a time of 17:55
Participants were greeted at the finish line with light refreshments and food, commemorative t-shirts, and plenty of community spirit.
The event was generously sponsored by Alpen Pantry, whose support helped make this year’s race a success both in the water and beyond.
Race timing and results were provided by StartLine Race Services and are available online at www.gscevents.org
