Pelton Welcomes CSUB Alum Modica as Diving Coach

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – Cal State Bakersfield Director of Swimming & Diving Shane Pelton has rounded out the core of his teaching workers with the hiring of a Roadrunner report holder. Pelton has introduced that Dyson Modica will be part of the workers because the Diving Coach heading into the 2026-27 season.

Dyson Modica – Diving Coach

One 12 months faraway from a adorned profession as a `Runner student-athlete, Modica returns to CSUB because the Diving Coach. Even throughout his collegiate profession, Modica began constructing his teaching resume, splitting the final two and a half years as a dive coach for the Kern High School District, California Elite Diving, and, most not too long ago, Mile High Dive Club again in his dwelling state.

While competing within the Blue & Gold, Modica earned eight All-Conference honors, together with a number of in every of his 4 seasons. He rounded out his senior season as three-time medalist on the Big West Championships. Along the best way, Modica reset CSUB’s report on the 1-meter springboard and platform occasions. He nonetheless holds the platform report and ranks Top 5 on each the 1-meter and 3-meter.

Modica on rejoining the `Runners: “I am extremely excited for this opportunity to be a part of such an amazing team. I want to thank Head Coach Shane Pelton for giving me a chance to help CSUB Swim & Dive reach new heights. I believe that our goals for the season, the team, and beyond align very well, and I am grateful to be a part of this new era of CSUB Swimming & Diving.”

Pelton on Modica: “Bringing Dyson back to CSUB is incredibly meaningful because he knows firsthand what it means to be a Roadrunner. As one of the most accomplished divers in program history and a school record holder, he understands the pride, commitment, and standards that come with representing this university. Now he has the opportunity to give back to the program that helped shape him and inspire the next generation of Roadrunners. We’re excited to welcome him back to Bakersfield and our swimming and diving family.”