Kay Burton: Masters Athlete of the Year Finalist

At 86 years of age, Kay Burton continues to exemplify passion, dedication, and excellence in Masters Swimming. Over the past year, Kay has proudly represented her club at every level of competition — from Club and State meets to the National and World Championships.

In August, Kay represented Australia at the World Aquatics Masters Championships in Singapore, delivering an extraordinary performance with four gold medals in the 100m Breaststroke, 100m Butterfly, 200m Individual Medley, and 400m Individual Medley — setting two NSW State Records along the way.

Between October 2024 and September 2025, Kay broke an incredible 11 records, including 2 Australian Short Course National Records, 4 NSW Short Course Records, and 5 NSW Long Course Records. At the 2025 National Championships in Melbourne, she added to her achievements with 8 Gold, 2 Silver, and 1 Bronze medals.

In recognition of her outstanding performances and ongoing contribution to the sport, Kay has been named a Finalist in the Masters Athlete of the Year category at the NSW Sports Awards — a fitting honour for her exceptional achievements and dedication.

Kay’s accomplishments highlight her technical brilliance, longevity, and unwavering commitment to the sport. Her success on both national and international stages not only cements her as one of Australia’s most accomplished Masters swimmers but also inspires swimmers of all ages to pursue excellence and lifelong participation in swimming.

We wish Kay all the best as she heads to the awards ceremony on Monday 24th November at The Star.