Christian Nickolas '17 Recruiting Profile

My name is Christian Nickolas and I am beyond excited about diving.  I had been a competitive gymnast for thirteen years (level 10 for four of those years) and just switched to diving in February of 2016.    Although I may be considered a rookie diver,  I am highly motivated to perfect my diving and become up to par with the skill level necessary to compete on a college team.  Very quickly,  after the switch from gymnastics to diving,  I have obtained a level of success both exciting and surprising to myself,  and my coaches,  both in School and Club diving.

I grew up in a gymnasium training in a highly competitive sport and while it was difficult to walk away,  I found in letting go,  a new passion.  In transitioning to the diving board,  I am able to utilize all of the skills I spent my lifetime developing.  I feel like everything I learned both physically and mentally was preparing me for this time.  I am competitive,  disciplined,  a team-player,  focused,  dedicated,  and very hardworking; all while maintaining a good GPA.

I am READY for collegiate diving!