Interview with Teddy Guyer, Piedmont College Lions
Recently we spoke with Teddy Guyer, head coach of the new Piedmont College Lions swim team located in the Atlanta-area. Guyer is the first head coach in the Lions’ history and both men’s and women’s teams began competing in the 2020-2021 school year. We asked Guyer to...
Quick Question Video: When to Begin the Research to Swim in College
Interviewing with a College Swim Coach: “Tell Me About Yourself”
Knowing what to say to a coach can be stressful for swimmers, especially on the first phone call or in an initial meeting. This week, we are fortunate to have Butch Reiser of All Pro Interviews give tips on how to answer the question “Tell Me About Yourself.” ...
Letter to My Retired Swimmer
Son, You are officially a Swammer now. You swam a best time in your last finals session last night and you hung up your goggles on a high note. Swimming has given so much to you along the way – and shaped your character as a man - and I want to thank you for including...
How Will COVID-19 Impact College Recruiting, Part 4?
As we have been discussing over the last few weeks, these are uncertain times on all fronts due to COVID-19 and it has created a lot of confusion for swimmers and parents regarding recruiting. I am receiving emails daily from senior level swimmers wondering what...
How Will COVID-19 Impact College Recruiting, Part 3?
As we discussed the last couple of weeks, these are uncertain times on all fronts due to COVID-19 and it has created a lot of confusion for swimmers and parents regarding recruiting. I am receiving emails daily from senior level swimmers wondering what coaches are...
Challenging Times Offer Unique Opportunities
Alicia L. Kemnitz Head Swim Coach, Lindsey Wilson College Nearly every industry and organization is currently being affected by COVID-19, and collegiate athletics is no different. For high school student-athletes trying to get recruited by college coaches, the...
How Will COVID-19 Impact College Recruiting, Part 2?
As we discussed last week, these are uncertain times on all fronts due to COVID-19 and it has created a lot of confusion for swimmers and parents regarding recruiting. I am receiving emails daily from senior level swimmers wondering what coaches are thinking, if the...
How Will COVID-19 Impact Recruiting, Part 1?
These are uncertain times on all fronts due to COVID-19 and it has created a lot of confusion for swimmers and parents regarding recruiting. I am receiving emails daily from senior level swimmers wondering what coaches are thinking, if the recruiting timeline has...
Swimming in College: Recruiting Horror Stories Part 3
Parents often ask “How can I help my child swim in college?” and “What can go wrong in the recruiting process?” Unfortunately, many things can go wrong and it’s important to be organized and to know when to begin the research to swim in college. Being prepared can...