The Newton Colfax-Mingo Pella Aquagirls took first place at Saturday’s North Central Swim Conference at Grinnell College’s Natatorium. The Aquagirls scored 387 points, beating second place Grinnell, who had231 points. Conference champions for the Aquagirls included Harper Barton (100 Breaststroke and 50 Freestyle), Peyton Ray (100 Freestyle), Addison Van Maanen (200 Individual Medley), the 200m freestyle relay team, and the 200m medley relay team. The NCMP Aquagirls are now off until November 9th, when they compete in the State Qualifying Swim Meet in Ames.