Breeja Larson

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Texas A&M, Missouri Officially Fly Flags of SEC Today

Born:	April 16th, 1992
	Mesa, Arizona
Nationality:	United States
Status:	Active

United States Olympic gold medalist Breeja Larson was born on April 16, 1992 in Mesa, Arizona to parents Kjell and Marni. High School The breaststroker comes from a large family--Larson has six sisters. She lettered in three sports at Mountain View High School--softball, track and field, and swimming--but didn't commit seriously to swimming until age 17. Although she became a serious swimmer later than most Olympians, Larson's talent was apparent immediately; her best high school times were a 1:02.1 in the 100 breast, 23.68 in the 50 free, and a 51.12 in the 100 free. Larson holds Mesa Aquatics Club team records in every breaststroke event, both yards and meters. College (Texas A&M) After Larson graduated from Mountain View in 2010 she chose to attend Texas A&M to further her swimming career. Her first taste of success on the national level came at the 2011 NCAA Division 1 championships when she was second in both the 100 and 200 breast. Her times in those events--58.51 and 2:06.18--were both Texas A&M school records. As a sophomore on the Aggies swim team, Larson was the 2012 NCAA Division 1 champion in the 100 breast with a time of 57.71. This was a NCAA, US Open, and American …

Texas A&M, Missouri Officially Fly Flags of SEC Today

The Aggies and the Tigers can now do business as a current member of the South Eastern Conference (Photo Courtesy: Texas A&M University)

Day 6 Finals: Michael vs. Ryan in 200 IM (Recap)

Ryan Lochte and Michael Phelps squared-off in a tie-breaker matchup in the men’s 200 IM on night 6 (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Halfway Through, 28* Names for London

We’ve just passed the halfway mark of the meet, and we “unofficially” have 28 swimmers who have earned the right…

Day 4 Contest Results: 8 Pack

An 8-way tie reigned terror on day 5 of the pick ’em contest. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

The Surf Takes the Cake in Day 3 of Engine Pick ‘Em Contest

Breeja Larson’s upset wreaked havoc on the pick ’em contest on day 3. (Photo Courtesy: Mike Lewis/SwimImage.com)

Cammile Adams Keeps the Aggies Rolling

Cammile Adams clocks a 2:08.84 to qualify 2nd for the semi-finals in the 200 fly.

Emotions run high at Olympic Trials

Dear Katrina, At Olympic Trials, how do these athletes deal with such heights of emotion? From the agony of defeat…

Day 3 Finals Recap Presented by Engine

Mel, Braden, Garrett, Roque, and a special Olympic guest recap the third finals session of the 2012 US Olympic Trials.

Post Race Interviews: Women 100 Breaststroke Final [Videos]

Breeja Larson upset the favorite, Rebecca Soni, in the 100 breast.

Dana Vollmer Wins Women’s 100 Fly Final; Coughlin 7th

Last summer, when Tim Binning took this picture, these two were just great young swimmers. Fast forward a year, and it’s game-on (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Breeja Larson’s first LCM taper meet is going well

Breeja is 3rd going into the 100 breast final.

Phelps Breaks Pool Record in Nostalgic Career-Ender

(Photo Courtesy © Tim Binning, TheSwimPictures.com)

In Briefs: Prelims from Austin Elite Meet Day 1

Missy Franklin topped the 100 free prelim in Austin.

2012 Longhorn Aquatics Elite Invite Preview: Peirsol on the Mic

Missy Franklin will be among the swimmers opting for Austin over Santa Clara.

Breeja; Dax Tops on Day 2 of Texas Senior Circuit Meet

The Longhorns and Aggies split the wins on day 2 at the Texas Senior Circuit meet in College Station. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)