Noah Schroeder '25 Recruiting Profile

I began swimming when I was only six years old, and my competitive drive and love of swimming has only grown over the past 11 years. Academics are also very important to me, and I plan to major in mechanical and/or aerospace engineering and one day be an aerial firefighting pilot. I have overcome several obstacles on the path to who I am today. When I was four, my father was diagnosed with ALS, and I am one of his many caregivers. I juggle the life of a home school student taking AP classes and classes at the local community college, swimming, caregiving for my father, and flying as a private pilot. This full schedule has required me to learn how to manage my time efficiently.

I have always been one of the smaller swimmers throughout my career since my growth spurts have come later than most other swimmers. I am often racing people much taller than me. Instead of being discouraged, I have used this challenge to develop mental determination and to focus on my technique. I believe these attributes will help me in college to balance and succeed in both my swimming and academics.