Steven Ricotta '26 Recruiting Profile

I began to learn how to swim at a very young age and started swimming competitively at the age of 9 with the Long Island Aquatic Club (LIAC).   At LIAC, I swim 6 times a week along with strength and conditioning twice a week.  I enjoy swimming because I have a competitive spirit.  That competitive spirit makes me push myself to improve and achieve faster times. I like being a part of a team so we can all push each other to be better and celebrate each other’s successes.   

I would like to swim at the collegiate level because my passion for swimming has left me eager to take swimming to the next level.   I feel being a part of a team helps with my personal growth, develops leadership qualities, and allows me be a team player. It can also prepare me for life after college.  Swimming in college is one of my main goals.   It is a goal that I have taken very seriously and am working very hard to make a reality.