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Rabess, Barrowman: A World Aquatics Championships recap

The 22nd World Aquatics Championships have wrapped up for Cayman swimmers Kyra Rabess and Harper Barrowman.
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Rabess, Barrowman to take on world’s best at aquatics championships 

The 22nd edition of the World Aquatics Championships are nearing, and two of Cayman's female swimmers have been selected to compete for their country in Singapore.

Cayman’s overseas swimmers turning heads to start 2025

When it comes the next wave of swimming talent that could follow in the footsteps of Caymanians Jordan Crooks and the Fraser brothers Shaun and Brett, look no further than those currently competing abroad.

Crooks and Rabess keep record pace at world championships

Though Jordan Crooks no doubt stole the show during the 2024 World Aquatic Championships, a pair of Caymanian women also shone in their events, setting records of their own in Budapest.

Homecoming celebration set for world champion Crooks and team

The Cayman Islands community is encouraged to come out and welcome home our swim team, which includes national sporting hero Jordan Crooks, who is returning from his masterclass in Budapest where he broke the world record and defended his world championship title.

Jordan Crooks set for 100m free final at World Championships

The three Cayman Islands swimmers put on record-breaking performances on Wednesday, 11 Dec., in Budapest, claiming three national records and a championship record.

Kyra Rabess begins world championship campaign with national record

Kyra Rabess got things started for the Cayman Islands at the World Aquatics Swimming Championships (short course), in Budapest on Tuesday, 10 Dec., with...
Caymanian athletes Kyra Rabess and her father Gabe. - Photos: Supplied

Father and daughter: A chase for world championship glory

While it's rare that a parent and child can simultaneously celebrate each other’s sporting endeavours at the highest level, Gabe Rabess and daughter Kyra are entering that remarkable chapter in their shared journey of athletic achievement. 
Kyra Rabess holds her 'Freshman of the Year' award after practice at UNC in Greeley, Colorado. - Photo: Supplied

Cayman swimmer Kyra Rabess earns ‘Freshman of the Year’ honour

Caymanian swimmer Kyra Rabess dominated her opposition in the pool during her first term with the University of Northern Colorado.

Rabess, Jackson claim medals and records at conference championships

Caymanian swimmers Kyra Rabess and Alison Jackson both showed up in a big way for the University of Northern Colorado, claiming records and podium places at the Western Athletic Conference Championships.

Cayman swimmers start things off at Pan Am Games

Swimmers have secured some best times and B final placements in the Centro Acuático pool – getting things started for team Cayman at the 2023 Pan American Games.

Rabess and Jackson impress against New Mexico

The University of Northern Colorado defeated New Mexico State by 38 points at the Aggies Swimming and Diving Complex, on 14 Oct., with contributions from Caymanian swimmers Alison Jackson and Kyra Rabess.

Rabess shines in collegiate open-water competition

Caymanian swimmer Kyra Rabess, a freshman at the University of Northern Colorado, has already started to make a name for herself after winning the collegiate category at Horsetooth Open Water Swim on 10 Sept.

From El Salvador to Guernsey, record-setting swimmer targets new horizons

With a new Cayman Islands national record of 17:25.66 in the women’s 1,500 metre freestyle, Kyra Rabess continues to etch her name in the...

Rabess to join swimming programme at Northern Colorado

The University of Northern Colorado women’s swimming and diving team announced on Thursday, 9 March, that Caymanian standout Kyra Rabess has confirmed she will be joining freshman class for the fall term.

Year in Review: Caymanian athletes have an historic 2022

Caymanian athletes had a breakthrough year in 2022, amassing gold medals, breaking records and even being crowned the best in the world. The noteworthy performances spanned a variety of disciplines including swimming, golf, bodybuilding and track and field, resulting in a sporting year that will not soon be forgotten for these world-beating athletes from a tiny island in the Caribbean.

Swimmers impress on day two of Commonwealth Games

Cayman swimmers finished day two at the 2022 Commonwealth Games with a couple of personal best times inside the Sandwell Aquatics Centre in Birmingham,...

Cayman athletes shine during Caribbean Games

Several Cayman Islands athletes returned home on Tuesday, 5 July, after recording personal best times and four podium places during the inaugural Caribbean Games, in Guadeloupe. 

Rabess wins 5K open-water swim in record time

Kyra Rabess took first place in record time at the annual CIASA National 5K Open Water Swimming Championships, held on Saturday, 19 Feb.

Rabess dominates all three legs of Stroke and Stride

The fastest woman in Cayman might still be in school.

Records tumble at national swimming championships

More than 130 youngsters took part in Cayman’s national youth swimming championships over the weekend.

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