MR TED TREFFERS
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Here is a passage written from one of Ted's swimmers...
"Of the coach who has guided me throughout my career, Mr Treffers, I am in a debt of gratitude that I could never repay. If it had not been for Mr Treffers, I would never have been a swimmer. In the early days, spending countless hours teaching me to dive.
There selflessly each and every morning and night to train his squad and not often would one of us miss a lesson. Because that would be letting him down. There was never a raised voice or a cross word but sometimes a 'look' was all that was needed when you slacked off."

Those of us, who were lucky enough to be coached by this quiet and unassuming man, should feel extremely privileged. 
He was a founding member of Waverley along with his children - Lilianne, Bert and Mark and Head Coach of the club from 1964 - 1977.
Encouraging club swimmers to give competitive swimming a go - even those not so talented - if they put the effort in then Ted would put the time in, with some amazing results.
His wife, Lily Treffers was also heavily involved with the club and both were made life members of Waverley in 1977. In 1978, Mr Treffers was made a life member of Swim Southland.
The late 1960's to 1970's was a veru successful tim for the club and most of that can go to Mr Treffers for holding the squad together - taking training seriously but with a perfect balance of fun.
During his career as a coach, his swimmers won 425 Southland Titles, 45 1sts at Teleprinter, NZ Age Groups and Open Champs.
The highlight for him must have been watching Mark win the 400M Medley at the Christchurch Commonwealth Games in 1974.
He went as the Swimming Team Manager to the Munich Olympic Games in 1972 and brought back for his squad members, badges and other souvenirs.

"The kids make it enjoyable and they make it all worth it." Ted Treffers

MR JOHN SUTTON
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Mr John Sutton and his wife, Margaret had a combined service to Waverley of 83 Years.
Showcasing immense loyalty, commitment and dedication.
Mr Sutton, started coaching when 5 Year Old Nevill began with the club in 1963 and continued coaching until 2010.
Mrs Sutton, used to check tickets at the door of Conan Street Pool while also selling lollies.
Mr Sutton took over as Head Coach from Mr Treffers in 1977 and continued in that position for 25 Years - teaching children of children he had taught to swim many years earlier.
Mr Sutton held numerous positions on the Waverley Committee including President.
Also being on the Swim Southland board as a committee member and as President.
John was chief starter for all local meets for 15 Years.
Previously John was Patron of Waverley Swimming Club and also Patron of Swim Southland.
Donating his time to many Southland Schools to share knowledge and experience.