The SPIRE Academy swim team, recognized for its unwavering commitment, is making a significant splash in the 2023 season. Director Thad Schultz and Assistant Coach Molly McCulloch are elated about the team’s unique diversity and the mix of experience present among its athletes. Schultz enthusiastically shares how coaching this team, with its varied cultures and personalities, brings immense enjoyment and vibrancy to the poolside.

Assistant Coach McCulloch echoes the excitement, noting, “This year, we’re fortunate to have new athletes who are making wonderful contributions to the team, alongside our experienced returners who are exemplary leaders. I’m thrilled to witness the progress these swimmers are making in their training, many achieving personal bests during practice sessions.”

In this season, the coaching staff is placing a strong emphasis on communication and commitment within the team. Regular team discussions have become a norm, focusing on aligning priorities and setting shared goals, fostering unity and purpose among the swimmers. Additionally, the team is actively working on shaping its culture, aiding individuals in setting realistic goals and expectations to propel them towards their next level of success.

The SPIRE Academy swimming program takes pride in its unique approach to training, fostering a global community of swimmers united by their love for the sport. Leveraging the school’s top-notch facilities, equipped with two Myrtha pools crafted with insights from USA Swimming, the team holds weekly meetings to strategize and track their progress towards success.

Always forward-thinking, the SPIRE coaching team remains vigilant, actively seeking new talent for recruitment, and contemplating a recruiting trip to Puerto Rico to further enhance the team’s diversity and strength.

The SPIRE Swim Team is embracing the new season with a renewed spirit of perseverance and dedication. Their commitment to nurturing a diverse and dedicated community of swimmers, alongside their focus on performance training, mindset and personal development distinguishes them within the high school swim program landscape. With the Braun meet on the horizon and their continuous recruiting efforts, the SPIRE Swim Team is poised for a year filled with success and continued excellence in the pool.