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MAC Synchro Shines at PanAm Aquatics Masters Championships
MAC Synchro Masters made waves at the PanAm Aquatics Masters Championships, held in Trinidad & Tobago in July. Bethany Bragg, Marni Davis, Elaine Henriksen, Melissa McMahon, and Lucie Svrcinova traveled to the island nation to compete and returned home with an impressive haul of medals in four solos, two duets, and as a team.
In the solo category, MAC’s soloists delivered incredible performances that captivated the judges and audience alike. Bragg won gold in the 20-29 age group category; in the 40-49 age group category, Henriksen earned gold and Davis silver; and in the 50-59 age group, Svrcinova captured a gold medal.
In the duet category, Henriksen and McMahon continued MAC Synchro’s excellence, earning a gold medal in the 40-49 duet category to Sofi Tucker, while Bragg and Svrcinova secured the silver medal with their duet to an Eminem compilation.
Performing with unity and flair, the team consisting of Bragg, Davis, Henriksen, McMahon, and Svrcinova, clinched the gold medal in the 35-49 age group category, with their routine to Dua Lipa’s “Don’t Start Now.” The team trained under unique circumstances, as Davis is currently living in Mumbai, India. Despite being far from the team’s base, she was able to maintain her performance level, and her success is a testament to the strong support network provided by the MAC Synchro coaches Svrcinova and Bragg as well as her teammates, which allowed her to thrive even from a distance.
Beyond their athletic achievements, the MAC Synchro team was deeply moved by the kindness and hospitality of PanAm Aquatics, the volunteers, and the people of Trinidad & Tobago. The local organizers went above and beyond to ensure that the competition provided a welcoming environment for athletes from across the Americas. The people of Trinidad & Tobago, with their warmth and generosity, made the team feel at home, creating an atmosphere that was as memorable as the competition itself.
