UNCW Swimming & Diving Class of 2012
Events: 200 Free, 500 Free, 100 Free
Degree: BA in Psychology, MS in School Psychology
Profession: School Psychologist
Current residence: Exton, PA
What is your favorite memory of being part of UNCW’s Swimming & Diving program?
It feels impossible to whittle it down to just one memory. But my last race of my senior year was one to remember. It was the 4×100 relay and I wasn’t sure if I was even gonna be on the relay (it depended on who swam the fastest in the individual event) and I managed to grab the last spot. It was an honor. It was my first and only gold medal. The cherry on top was I swam it with one of my life long best friends— Mattie Riley. Perfect way to finish my swim career.
How has your experience as part of UNCW’s Swimming & Diving program impacted or influenced your life?
As I mentioned before, the life long best friends I have from the team are what I cherish most. The people I met on the team have shaped me into the person I am today. Friends and coaches who believed in my abilities even when I didn’t.
What have you been up to since your days on the UNCW pool deck?
I moved up to PA, where I was originally born. I graduated from Millersville University in 2017 with a MS in School Psychology. I met my husband and we got married in 2018. I became a mom in 2020 to a future UNCW swimmer. I’ve continued to work as a School Psychologist since graduation and have loved it.
Favorite stomping grounds from your time at UNCW?
Blue Surf Cafe, Port City Java, and Tower 7
Favorite UNCW Swimming & Diving slogan or cheer?
FTB — not sure if I can write out what it stands for… but go ask Todd DeSorbo
Parting advice for current UNCW Swimmers and Divers and/or recent alumni?
I think Andy Bernard from the Office says it best, “I wish there was a way to know you’re in the good old days before you’ve actually left them.”
YOU ARE IN THE GOOD OLD DAYS!