Payton Meyer '23 Recruiting Profile

Swimming for me is not only good for my physical well-being, but is a key part of my mental health. I started swim lessons when I was two years old and it quickly became obvious to my parents that I loved the water. When I was 6 years old I started pre-competition swim and within 6 months transitioned to the competitive swim team.  Swimming has always been an important part of my life and I would like to continue swimming at a collegiate level to carry on the positive impact it has had on my life. In college, I would like to build upon my strengths not only as a swimmer, but as a well-rounded teammate and student.  My freshman year of high school, I was part of the 200 Medley Relay that broke the pool record early in the season. Also, during freshman year I was part of the state qualifying 400 Freestyle relay, which broke the school record. I was also a state qualifier my sophomore year on the 400 Freestyle relay. In 2020 I had the privilege of representing Team Wisconsin at the Mid-states All-stars Meet in Indiana in the 200 Butterfly.

One of the things that separates me from other swimmers is the fact that I’m currently 6’3” and still growing. I’m a very hard worker and extremely passionate for my sport. In addition to daily club practices, I coach younger swimmers twice a week as I want to share my passion.   I have volunteered in training the swimming athletes participating in the Special Olympics. In the classroom, I take Honors and AP classes. I took 2 semesters of geometry virtually in the summer of 2020 to get ahead in school. I want to attend a college where I can push myself in the pool while also achieving success in the classroom. I am open to all options and want to find the right college family both in and out of the pool.