Driven by my goal to become a better swimmer on my high school swim team, I was encouraged to join South Bay Aquatics (SBA), my local club swim team. I usually swim with SBA during the off season for my High School team. A few months after joining SBA I was promoted to be a varsity swimmer for my High School team. I feel great because I can feel myself getting physically stronger. I have seen myself grow as a competitive swimmer, and really appreciate what it means to be an athlete. Self-discipline and commitment to the sport has become very important to me.