Zachary Toothman '21 Recruiting Profile

Starting at a very young age, my life has always been immersed in swimming. For me, the pool has always been my second home and swimming was and still is a big part of my life. It’s where I’ve made my best memories. Being a part of a team allowed me to realize swimming is the best of both worlds. It’s both an individual and a team sport. The friendships created with people who love to do the same thing helps push you through the most demanding sets at practice. There isn’t a day when I wouldn’t think twice to go out of my way to help a teammate with their technique, or even with an open turn. I’m that person who brings positive energy into a room and takes new ideas and suggestions to heart. I do my best to incorporate them into my training and into my everyday life. The discipline needed to commit to swimming and to push through the vigorous workouts strengthens and fuels me to succeed in school. Swimming has taught me that the root of success is hard work and dedication. The hurdles we encounter are just obstacles that can be overcome and only make us stronger. I continue to challenge myself throughout my high school career by taking rigorous AP courses while simultaneously balancing an intense training program with my swim club. I am confident I can continue to thrive in both, high-level academics and athletics while bringing positive energy to the team. Moving forward as I grow mentally, physically and emotionally, I know it’s swimming that continues to develop me into the person I am today!