 Former Monson member Joanne Rout, née Round, took part in the Swimming events at the 1988 Summer Paralympics in Seoul, aged just 12, winning two relay Gold Medals (also setting two new world records) and three individual Silver Medals; and remains the youngest ever British Paralympian.A plaque can be found located in the club's trophy display.Tunbridge Wells Borough Council honoured Joanne with the award of their Civic Medallion after her return from Seoul in recognition of her efforts and achievements at such a young age.