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goals, and the harder we work, the better the results,” Coach Christopher George said.

The team’s dedication came through in their practice schedule, consisting of daily morning and after school practices, for three hours each day, including Saturdays. According to sophomore Juan Francisco Gudino, the strict schedule was difficult, but necessary.

“Going to practice every day is hard, because I do not have much time to hang out with my friends, but I do it to be even better than last year,” Gudino said.

Team members also encouraged one another, which contributed to the team’s success.

“The team spirit makes me swim faster because I feel like my whole team is pushing me,” junior Lorenzo Jaime said.

“We are successful because we pay attention to detail and remain consistent, working as one team to achieve our

A good coach created a successful team.

The varsity boys had bold goals for their meets, having their sights set on making it to the top 15 to qualify for states. The A Relay for the 200 medley, made up of Eduardo Fernandes Kingston, Daniel Preston, Juan Francisco Gudino, and Lorenzo Luna, ultimately reached that goal, along with Juan Francisco Gudino and Daniel Preston who qualified in individual events.

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PUSHING THROUGH. Senior Dylan Bardales concentrates on completing his breaststroke at the senior meet on Oct 6. Swimming for 100 meters meant that Bardales had to stay focused, and not lose momentum. “The last few seconds is where you have to really push your hardest to achieve the best time possible,” Bardales said. Photo by Fox Mar

MAKING EVERY LAP COUNT, Freshman Jonas Schoenwald displays his skills in his backstroke event. This event was 100 meters, signifying four laps back and forth.

“The 100-meter events are always pretty tiring, especially after you have done multiple events already in the meet,” Schoenwald said. Photo by Fox Mar

lastSeniors celebrated their last meet and win as a team.

Coaches and administrators congratulated senior swimmers at their Oct. 6 home meet. The athletes received flowers and medals, while their teammates and family members cheered them on. “It felt nice to be appreciated after all of our hard work these past four years,” senior Daniel Preston said. Coaches and seniors reminisced on the season and thanked each other for their dedication throughout the years. Photo by Fox Mar