What We Offer
Swimming Competitions
The Officials Club offers a range of services tailored to Swimming Technical Officials. Our programs are designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in officiating swimming events, ensuring the highest standards in the sport.
Training and Development
Our training sessions are focused on raising awareness about the latest swimming regulations and techniques. We are dedicated to fostering a community of highly skilled and knowledgeable swimming officials.
LIFE MEMBERS
2024 - DON ALCHIN
2024 - JANICE SMITH
2024 - JUDITH SMITH
2024 - MARGARET ARNOLD
2025 - HAROLD GUSDORF
2025 - DAMIAN ARNOLD
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SWIMMING VICTORIA Meritorious Service Award.
HAROLD GUSDORF
A pillar of excellence in swimming officiating since 2002, Harold has served as a Swimming Victoria Technical Official, currently holding Referee Level 2 and Starter Level 2 qualifications. His dedication spans club meets, state championships, national events, and even international competitions, including the Tri Series in New Zealand and Victoria.
Harold’s expertise extends to open water events, where he’s officiated at every level and was recently appointed a Bronze Level Official by World Aquatics. Locally, he’s been Metro South District Referee since 2014 and a long-standing District Delegate to Swimming Victoria. His leadership also includes three years on the Technical & Officials Development Committee.
In 2019, Harold was honoured with the prestigious Bill Slade Award—Official of the Year. Week in and week out, he’s a familiar and trusted presence on pool decks across the state, mentoring new officials and generously giving his time to support our swimming community.
