After returning to the pool late June post a three month pause in training due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Coronado Swim Association (CSA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit competitive swim team, partnered with legendary swim coach David Marsh and his two high performance programs Team Elite and Team Elite Stingrays to form their College Contingency Team. The team was developed to provide a training option for college swimmers looking to drive their athletic aspirations forward during the 2020-2021 season.
As many college conferences around the country pause athletic competition and coaches look to redshirt athletes to preserve eligibility for their swimmers, Team Elite and CSA have postured to support these athletes during this unprecedented time. The program is designed to target post-graduate, redshirt and gap-year swimmers who are looking for a full spectrum high-performance training program.
“I have had many college athletes reach out asking for opportunities to train with us in beautiful San Diego and help advance their swimming careers, including preparation for Olympic Trials. The College Contingency Team is our answer to their requests. We have selected highly experienced coaches ready to lead this team and our athletes to the next level.” Coach Marsh, Team Elite Head Coach and Strategic Vision Officer for CSA. “This is such a unique opportunity for athletes to grow physically and mentally. We want to provide a high performance team environment for young college swimmers who are eager to reach their full potential.”
Former Tennessee Volunteers swimmer and now President of CSA, Peter McVey said, “We are excited to be strategically aligned and partnered with Coach Marsh’s highly successful programs. If there is one thing we’ve learned through COVID-19, we are better together. Our College Contingency Team is another great opportunity to continue to surround our younger athletes with positive role models in our sport.”
Helping to foster well-rounded excellence, Team Elite and CSA believes in providing a technique-focused swimming environment that encourages its athletes to reach their full potential, both in and out of the pool. Team Elite has begun taking applications for the College Contingency Team and there is a limited number of spaces, to apply online visit http://www.swimcoronado.org. For more information on Team Elite or how to get involved, please visit https://teamelite2021.com.
About Coronado Swim Association:
Coronado Swim Association (CSA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit competitive swim team and a proud member of the USA Swimming organization. Since 1963, CSA’s professional coaching staff has offered unmatched technical instruction and year-round training for all ages, from beginner to elite level swimmers. Catering to Coronado and its surrounding neighborhoods, CSA prides itself on providing an atmosphere that inspires character, excellence, and confidence.
About Team Elite:
Team Elite is the premiere high-performance swim training group in the United States. In 2016, Team Elite placed more athletes on the U.S. Olympic team than any other program. Team Elite was founded and is run by legendary coach, David Marsh. Team Elite’s athletes’ goals beyond making The Olympic Team – each and every day they strive to bring home as many medals as possible and are training with their eyes set on Tokyo 2020. Team Elite’s athletes’ also are looking to build a legacy of excellence by working with the local community.
Swimming news press release is courtesy of Peter McVey, President of CSA.
