Quick Instances, Sturdy Finishes: Varsity Swimming Delivers a Breakout Week

Last week proved to be probably the most profitable stretches of the season for Kent Place Varsity Swimming. The crew competed at each the NJISAA Tournament on Wednesday, January 28, and the Union County Championships on Friday, January 30, yielding 28 new private bests.

At the Union County Championships, Kent Place showcased its expertise, successful 8 of 11 occasions. In a nail-biting end for the crew title, Kent Place positioned third general with 322 factors — ending simply 1 level shy of second and 19 factors shy of first. This momentum carried over from a powerful third-place end within the Prep A Division earlier within the week.

What makes Varsity Swimming so particular this season is the depth in expertise and crew tradition, by which each member is significant. This ambiance is led by our captains, Delia Callahan, Gillian Callahan, and Kate Lee, who’ve been important in fostering a enjoyable, unified setting. The crew’s achievements within the pool are a mirrored image of the constructive spirit the crew has constructed on the deck.

Says Head Coach Marlene Curtis, “Our success is a direct result of the way this team supports one another. I never have to prompt them to cheer; they are instinctively there — behind the blocks or at the turn end — lifting their teammates during every race.”

All three relay groups and 4 particular person athletes have formally certified for the Meet of Champions. This is an unbelievable achievement.

Huge congratulations to our Meet of Champions qualifiers: Ayah Bedri ’28, 200 IM and 100 Breast; Mary Ferreiro ’28, 200 Free and 500 Free; Rose Ferreiro ’28, 100 Back; and Elise Li ’28, 50 Free — and to our relay crew: Ava Manning ’29, Charlotte Lee ’28, Elise Li ’28, Ayah Bedri ’28, Mary Ferreiro ’28, and Rose Ferreiro ’28.

The NJSIAA Tournament is subsequent, and with a first-round bye, the crew seems to maintain the streak alive this Friday, February 6. Please come and assist our swimmers, 4:00 p.m. at FDU Madison.

Go Dragons!