The Hurricane Herald (7/16/19)

July 16, 2019

Meet Scores

Hermitage: 1129
Three Chopt: 1056

Full results (click here)

Champs Qualifiers *newly qualified swimmers in bold

Clavio Ascari, Francesca Ascari, Charles Bixler, Ben Bleicher, Rebecca Bleicher, Caroline Boyd, Wyatt Bradshaw, Anderson Broughton, Anna Grace Broughton, Isabelle Broughton, Anna Buchakjian, Elle Burgess, Luke Burgess, Cora Campbell, Riley Campbell, Amelia Chen, Gabby Chen, JD Chen, Reagan Core, Trip Core, Grace Deal, Traylor DuVal, Andrew Eastep, George Faraci, Matthew Faraci, Adam Fisher, Will Fisher, Isabella Glenn, Sutton Gow, Owen Gray, Charlie Harrington, Raleigh Harrington, Grayson Heskett, Lily Grace Heskett, Presley Hoffer, Taylor Hoffer, Tommy Hoffer, Anna Hoffler, Jack Hoffler, Ty Hoffler, William Hoffler, Avery Holsten, Jackson Holsten, Nicole Makris, Evan Mangin, Rose Mangin, Katherine Martin, Sallie Martin, Ellie McComb, Jack McComb, Maddie McComb, Emmett McKetta, Samantha Meadows, Rylee Miller, Gavin Parrish, Ford Reams, Sawyer Reams, Alexandra Reid, Annellice Reid, Avery Robbins, Jackson Robbins, Wynn Robbins, Finlay Short, Owen Smith, Tucker Washburn, Lynley Whitby, and Sophie Yablonski

Quad Winners 

Riley Campbell
Amelia Chen
JD Chen
Gabby Chen
Adam Fisher
Isabella Glen
Taylor Hoffer
Tommy Hoffer
Nicole Makris
Avery Robbins
Lynley Whitby

Triple Winners

Anderson Broughton
Wyatt Bradshaw
Cora Campbell
Owen Gray
Gavin Parrish
Wynn Robbins

Record-Breaking Swims

 *The following swimmers broke Hermitage Swim Team Records.

Amelia Chen, Girls 11-12 50 FR, 28.32 beats her own 2019 time of 28.75.

Amelia Chen, Girls 11-12 50 FL, 30.69 beats her own 2019 CYT of 30.73 and Gabby Chen's 2017 time of 31.72.


JD Chen, Boys 11-12 100 IM, 1:13.91 beats his own 2019 time of 1:14.99.

JD Chen, Cora Campbell, Taylor Hoffer, and Amelia Chen, Mixed 11-12 200 FR Relay, 2:06.50 beats the previous record from 2018 of 2:07.62.

Coach's Corner

After 13 seasons as Hurricane (four of them as a coach), it is with many mixed emotions that I sit here and write my very last ‘Coach’s Corner’. These last four seasons of coaching have been so pivotal, but growing up requires that I close this chapter of my book.

First, I sit here writing with a smile on my face as I reflect on the mountain of memories this team has given me. The Hurricanes have offered me so much: the ability to swim all four strokes confidently, lifelong summertime friends, Monday night plans with hundreds of card games, a support system, the best summer job in the world, and a place to call home. Without the Hurricanes, my summers would have been very empty and, quite frankly, just boring. I encourage every swimmer and rising swimmer to stick with the sport and to never give it up. You will feel such a sense of accomplishment after you finish so many seasons with one team; and you will not forget the friends you made and with whom you spent your summers. Show up to practice and give it your all. Take advice with a smile and the determination to work on it with all you have. Don’t be afraid to meet a new friend because every friendship counts and only makes the team grow stronger.

Next, I sit with tears welling up in my eyes as I prepare to say goodbye to a team full of parents, volunteers, co-workers, and (most importantly) swimmers who have made every summer that much more exciting for me. I wish the best to every swimmer on their journey. I will be back to visit a few times here and there, but my summers will never be the same. I will miss you all and am so excited to finish the strongest season I have witnessed with a bang! So, for the last time, GO HURRICANES!!

Much love,
Coach Lillian

Hurricanes of the Week

Cora Campbell

Cora has had many weeks of consistent practice and has been a top contributor, typically as a triple or quad winner. Cora joined us for the mile swim last week and was supportive of those in the pool with her. Last night, Cora added herself to the team records as a part of the Mixed 11-12 Freestyle Relay! Congratulations, Cora!

Traylor DuVal

Traylor keeps himself busy, especially with a hectic baseball schedule. However, Traylor always gives his best in his swims, even after long weekends and afternoons of baseball. He has also been working behind the scenes by setting up for meets and practices. Last night, Traylor also jumped in to help the coaches fill out our relay teams. Thank you and good job, Traylor!

Where are we swimming next?

JRAC Champs

Wednesday, July 24th