AquaHub Malta Returns From Messina Trofeo Piskeo With Strong Medal Haul and an Age Group Record

May 29, 2026

Aquahub Malta has returned from its third participation in the 20th edition of the Trofeo Piskeo international swimming competition trip to Messina, Italy, with an impressive medal tally that reflects the club’s continued growth and development across its competitive squad. Over 1400 swimmers from across Italy took part in this event with many top Italian swimmers on the podium. The weekend delivered a landmark moment for the club when Samuel Camilleri broke the Maltese National Age Group Record in the 200m butterfly, clocking a time of 2:09.10 — a milestone that reflects the consistent work being put in across the squad. The weekend also saw six athletes reach the podium, headlined by Martina Galea, who claimed victory in the Australiana (GIRLS) category– a kind of alongside four silver medals — an outstanding individual performance across multiple events. Oskar Schmidt and Ema Camilleri each claimed gold medals, while Samuel Camilleri added two silver medals to his record-breaking weekend. Caine Schembri and Michela Camilleri both secured bronze.

Full Medal Tally:

Martina Galea
Winner of the Australiana (Girls) + 4 Silver Medals

Oskar Schmidt
2 Gold Medals

Ema Camilleri
1 Gold Medal

Samuel Camilleri
2 Silver Medals + National Age Group Record (200m Butterfly– 2:09.10)

Caine Schembri
1 Bronze Medal

Michela Camilleri
1 Bronze Medal

Beyond the results, club coaches noted the exceptional team spirit displayed throughout the competition, with swimmers supporting one another through both strong performances and more challenging moments — a reflection of the values Aquahub Malta continues to build within its programme. The club expressed its gratitude to Physio Suite for the ongoing care and support of its athletes, and to BeActive– SportMalta and the Maltese Olympic Committee for their partial funding contribution towards the competition. Aquahub Malta now looks ahead to the National Championships, taking place in Malta in the coming weeks.