Five swimmers from the local high school team qualified for the CIF San Joaquin sections held in Sacramento from May 5-8, marking the end of their swim season. Senior Samantha Pantoja notably qualified for Varsity times, competing in the 100 yards butterfly and 100 yards backstroke, demonstrating her commitment through extensive training. Sophomores Oliver Jou, Victor Marcedo Garcia, JakeRyan Torres, and Ian Villalvaso also qualified for the 200 yard freestyle and 200 yard medley relay events. The swim team concluded their season with an awards ceremony on May 18, celebrating their efforts and achievements throughout the year. Coach Kelly Todd praised the swimmers for their dedication and hard work, emphasizing the significance of their qualification for Sections.

By the Numbers
  • Five swimmers qualified for CIF San Joaquin sections.
  • Only one, Samantha Pantoja, achieved Varsity qualifying times.
State of Play
  • Sections served as the final meet of the swim season.
  • Top eight finalists in each event advanced to the finals on the last day of the competition.
What's Next

The swimmers will use their experience from the CIF San Joaquin Sections to prepare for future competitions, possibly seeking to improve their qualifying times. Future training will likely focus on refining technique and building endurance for upcoming swim meets. The team aims to enhance their performance next season based on this year's lessons.

Bottom Line

Success in qualifying for Sections highlights the hard work put in by the swim team this year, and the awards ceremony signifies recognition of their dedication. This strong showing promises a hopeful outlook for the next season as the athletes build on their achievements and continue to strive for excellence in swimming.