Sara Curtis: “I Can Tell I’m A Different Person” After First Season At Virginia

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Speaking after decreasing her personal Italian document within the 100m free on the Sette Colli Trophy, turning into the primary Italian below 53″ barrier,  Sara Curtis mirrored on how coaching alongside one of many strongest teams on the earth has reworked each her swimming and her mindset.

“It has been incredible,” Curtis stated. “I can tell I’m a different person now. It changed me a lot, not only as an athlete but also personally.”

Curtis credited her Virginia teammates—together with Gretchen Walsh, Alex Walsh and Kate Douglass—for serving to her adapt to a brand new setting and proceed creating.

“My teammates have helped me so much. It’s amazing to be part of such a great program.”

The 18-year-old additionally stated that working with Virginia has launched new parts into her coaching, notably in dash freestyle.

“I’m working a lot on things I had never really worked on before. It’s been challenging, but also really fun.”

Her record-breaking efficiency in Rome made the second much more significant.

“It was special to be part of such a fast race and to swim faster than my Italian record, especially considering where I am in training. Yesterday and today I was probably even happier with the 100 than the 50.”

Curtis added that racing alongside Walsh earlier than the ultimate made the expertise much more memorable.

“I spoke with Gretchen before the race, and I’m really happy she’s my teammate.”

With the European Championships approaching, Curtis believes each she and European dash swimming proceed to maneuver ahead.

“European swimming keeps getting faster every month. Racing here, in this pool and with this crowd, makes me really happy.”