Cardinal Aquatics

🏆 Congratulations to Joseph and Paiton van der Merwe! 🏆

A huge congratulations to these incredible Cardinal Aquatics siblings on their outstanding performances at the South African Modern Pentathlon National Championships in Biathle, Triathle and Laser Run.

🥉 Joseph delivered a fantastic performance to claim 3rd place.

🌍 Paiton achieved the incredible honour of qualifying to represent South Africa in Triathle at the World Championships.

Your hard work, dedication and determination continue to inspire us all. We are incredibly proud of everything you have achieved and can’t wait to cheer you on as you continue to reach new heights.

Congratulations, Joseph and Paiton! Your Cardinal Aquatics family is behind you every step of the way. 💙❤️

Wishing Matthew Caldwell the very best as he represents South Africa at the African & Zone IV Open Water Swimming Championships in Mauritius this weekend. The championships are being held at Mont Choisy Beach, Mauritius, on 6–7 June 2026.

Wishing you calm seas, strong strokes, and unforgettable races. Enjoy every moment of the experience and make South Africa proud. 🇿🇦🏊‍♂️🌊

Good luck, Matthew — we’re all behind you! 💚💛

Congratulations to Matthew Caldwell and Kai Whelan on your exceptional performances at the 17th African Aquatics Championships!

Representing South Africa and Cardinal Aquatics with pride, determination, and excellence, you both delivered outstanding results on the continental stage.

🏅 Matthew Caldwell
• 200m Freestyle – Silver
• 400m Freestyle – Gold
• 800m Freestyle – Gold
• 4x200m Freestyle Relay – Gold

🏅 Kai Whelan
• 200m Butterfly – Bronze
• 200m Individual Medley – Silver
• 400m Individual Medley – Silver
• 4x200m Freestyle Relay – Silver

Your hard work, discipline, and commitment have paid off in spectacular fashion. You have flown the South African flag high and made the entire Cardinal Aquatics family incredibly proud.

We are so proud of you both. Congratulations champions! 🇿🇦🏊‍♂️

A heartfelt thank you from our 5 Cardinal Spartan Warriors 🙌

To everyone who came down to support, those who so generously donated, our incredible families, and the parents and swimmers who jumped in alongside us — your presence meant everything!!!

You lifted spirits, boosted our determination, and helped us push through every lap on the way to the finish line.

We couldn’t have done it without you 💪🔥

5 warriors started the challenge. 5 still standing.

One more kilometre to go at 9:00am.

We are so very proud of our Cardinal Masters

All money raised for CHOC

https://www.givengain.com/project/cardinal-aquatics-raising-funds-for-the-cows-122443

Our Cardinal Masters Spartan Warriors have taken on the ultimate endurance challenge 💪

They’re swimming 1km every hour, on the hour, for 24 hours — all to raise funds for CHOC ❤️

Come down and show your support at Italian Sporting Club — your energy will keep them going!

Let’s get behind these incredible athletes and support a truly meaningful cause 🙌

https://www.givengain.com/project/cardinal-aquatics-raising-funds-for-the-cows-122443

Wishing our swimmers every success as they join the Gauteng Team for the SA Schools Swimming Championships.
Swim with confidence, enjoy the experience, and give it your all—we’re cheering you on all the way!