Zach Hils Joins Swim and Dive Coaching Workers

LEXINGTON, KY – Zach Hils has been named Assistant Coach of the Transylvania University Swim and Dive program.
 
Hils brings a wealth of expertise to the position. While on the University of Georgia, Hils was a 9 time NCAA All-American and a 3 time Olympic trial qualifier (2016, 2020, 2024). He was acknowledged with the Peter O’ Sullivan Hardest Worker Award from 2021-2023 and was chosen as staff captain from 2021-2024, serving to lead the staff to 4 prime ten NCAA finishes. 

Hils was acknowledged on the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Academic Honor Roll from 2019-2024 and awarded the J.Reid Parker Director of Athletics Honor Roll. He was additionally named as First Team All-American College Swimming & Diving Coaches Association of America Scholar. Hils served on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and the Georgia Way Leadership Education and Development Academy whereas on the University of Georgia. 

“I’m incredibly excited to welcome Zach Hils to the Transylvania Swimming & Diving coaching staff”, stated Head Coach Dave Doolin. “Zach brings a wealth of experience, a strong competitive background, and a deep passion for the sport that aligns perfectly with the values and vision of our program. His energy, leadership, and commitment to student-athlete development will make an immediate impact both in and out of the pool. We’re thrilled to have him join the Pioneer family and look forward to the future of our program with Zach on board.”

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