Men's Team highlights
Our men's team had the most competitive Mets appearance in program history!
6th place overall with a total of 437 points (highest earned at Metros in program history) with 100% earning season best times
Mount Record Broken!
Jackson Lerner broke the men's 50-yard butterfly record, which stood at the Mount since 2006 at 25.02. Lerner's record now stands at a 24.49.
He was also selected for the Dick Krempecki Outstanding Senior Award. Congrats Jackson!
Other team highlights
Michael D'Ambrosio earned 5th in the 400 IM and 7th in the 200 IM and 200 back
Teddy Mills earned 10th in the 200 freestyle and 12th in the 500 freestyle
Kyle Giuliano placed 8th in the 200 butterfly, 10th in the 400 IM and 13th in the 500 freestyle
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Women's Team Highlights
Our women's team placed 5th overall and 100% of them earned season-best times!
Two Records Broken!
Junior Cayla Nicholas broke the 10-year-old 50-yard freestyle record with her time of 24.94. The record originally stood at 25.41. This earned her a second place finish in the event.
She also broke the 50-yard butterfly record, with a time of 27.52. This record stood since 2011 at 28.35. Congrats Cayla!
Other team highlights
Meghan Wurster placed 2nd in the 1650 and 500 freestyle events
Grace MacHugh earned 2nd in the 200 IM and 200 breaststroke and 3rd in the 400 IM
Stefanie Sommer picked up 5th place in the 100 and 200 back races
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Freshman Spotlight
Q&A with Teddy Mills, class of 2028
I always know that my teammates are going to be right next to me pushing me forward and cheering me on.
Q: What motivated you to join the MSMC swim team?
My biggest motivation for joining the MSMC swim team was my club Coach Kevin, he got me in touch with Coach Chris. From there I feel like me and Coach Chris hit it off and the rest is history.
Q: favorite part about being on the team?
My favorite part of being on the team is the people. When I'm in the water whether it’s a practice or a meet I always know that my teammates are going to be right next to me pushing me forward and cheering me on.
Q: proudest moment as a member of the MSMC swim team so far?
My proudest moment is probably my performance at Mets, our final championship meet. When swimming at the meet It felt like our hard work as a team throughout the season was finally paying off and it felt really good.
Q: What aspects of our training do you feel help you improve the most?
As a swimmer I feel like the practices our coaches have set up for us is an amazing work routine and environment. At times it does get tough but I know that as long as the coach and everyone else believes in each other we will continue to improve and push our limits. I trust my amazing coaches.
Q: How would you describe the team atmosphere?
The team dynamic is very supportive. It almost feels like we are one big family. After morning practices we get breakfast together and the vibes are great.
Alumni Spotlight
Q&A with Kristen Dwight, class of 2023
Being a student athlete helped steer me in the way of my career. I am on track for a job in the Sports marketing world and without swimming I don’t think I would’ve realized how much I liked to work with sports.
Q: What events did you swim?
I primarily swam the 100 Back, 200 Free, and 500 Free.
Q: What are some of your favorite memories from being part of the MSMC swim team?
One of my favorite memories was going on training trip my Freshman year to Miami. Truly was one of the best times ever even though the training was a lot of hard work.
Q: proudest accomplishment as a swimmer at MSMC?
My proudest accomplishment was making it through senior year with a back injury. It took a lot of mental strength but at the end I persevered and it was one of the best years I had of swimming.
Q: How did being on the swim team impact your college experience?
Without the swim team I would’ve never met some of my best friends. It made the experience 100% better being able to have people I knew I could count on and loved to be with all the time.
Q: What have you been doing since graduating?
I recently finished my Masters degree at Wilmington University and have been working at a dentist office.
Q: How did your experiences as a student-athlete at MSMC influence your career or personal life?
I definitely think being a student athlete helped steer me in the way of my career. I am on track for a job in the Sports marketing world and without swimming I don’t think I would’ve realized how much I liked to work with sports.
Q: Are you still involved in swimming or any other sports?
Yes I am, I currently am coaching a high school team and a summer club team.
Q: Is there any advice you would like to give to current swimmers or student-athletes at MSMC?
Cherish every moment you get. Whether it be a swim one or just a personal one. Four years goes by so quickly and you’ll never get the time back.
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