Top age group talent from Florida Gold Coast (FGC) and Florida Swimming converged in a four-team format, fueling fierce yet friendly competition. Current photo via Ulyana Navarro
2026 Sunshine State Showcase
- March 27-28, 2026
- Fort Pierce, Florida
- Anne Wilder Aquatic Complex at Indian River State College (IRSC)
- Hosted by Florida Swimming and Florida Gold Coast Swimming LSCs
- Short Course Yards (25 yards), Timed Finals
- Meet Mobile: “2026 Sunshine State Showcase”
Age group swimmers from across Florida came together for two days of high-energy racing at the Sunshine State Showcase, in a unique setup that combined top performers from both of the state’s LSCs.
Swimmers qualified for the Showcase based on their recent performances at their respective Age Group Championships. The top six finishers from the FGC Age Group Champs, along with the top six combined finishers from Florida Swimming’s two FLAGs meets, earned eligibility for the event.
A draft-style selection then mixed athletes from both LSCs into four competitive teams: Gators, Barracudas, Sharks and Stingrays, which can all be found lurking in Florida’s waters. The combined format fueled fast and furious racing while fostering friendships with fellow swimmers from across the state. The weekend combined camaraderie with competition, offering icebreakers, team-building activities, group photos, spirited cheers, and a pizza party for all participants…