“Diving in” to a new season

Following their conference and regional titles from last year, the Swim and Dive teams are hoping to improve even more, in hopes of earning a top three spot in the state this season.

“We finished 4th last year and we have gained some key freshmen that will make an impact for us at states. I think we have a good chance, but it’s going to be difficult,” senior boys captain Colin Demers said.

The team started their season off with a bang, winning both meets, making them 2-0 so far. With increased senior leadership and dedication, the team looks forward to making more improvements and beating past records.

After the almost debilitating loss of longtime Head Coach Joe Gentry to cancer last season, both teams knew they had to work even harder and show the mental toughness necessary to continue on with the winning season.

“The senior captains are going to keep Coach Gentry’s legacy alive even after we graduate because he had such an impact on the team,” senior girls captain Katherine Degner said.

The team fought hard to keep their titles after Gentry’s passing and this season the captains intend to instill his winning mentality into the team to push them to states.

“Gentry had an impact on a lot of us that no one else had,” Demers said. “He created an atmosphere where everyone wanted to work hard and succeed, and we want that legacy to stick around.”