“I want to thank you for everything you've done for me… You've made regular swimming into something much more than just a sport.”

— OA swimmer

“You've not only changed my life in some of the best ways possible, but you've made regular swimming into something much more than just a sport.”

— OA alum

“Working in swimming has shown just how special OA is, and how much more value athletes are able to get out of their swimming experience.”

— USA Swimming coach, OA alum

“I have had many coaches, but none have impacted my view on life as much as you.”

— OA swimmer

“I would not be here where I am today without you. Thank you for teaching me what it means to live a life with impeccable character, integrity, resiliency and kindness.”

— OA graduate

“I am so very impressed with the program you have created, built, and nurtured for 35 years.”

— OA Masters swimmer

“Working alongside you is a true privilege. I stand in awe of the incredible dedication, heart, and vision that you bring to this team every single day.”

— OA parent

“You keep my hope alive. Through all the amazing work you are doing with the kids at OA, you are teaching them the importance of compassion, service, and making a difference.”

— OA parent

“I am endlessly inspired by the conduct, maturity, and character on display by Orinda Aquatics swimmers.”

— OA parent

“My son has grown into such a humble, intellectual, happy young man through the wonderful community at Orinda Aquatics.”

— OA parent

“Thank you! We are at Orinda Aquatics for the team culture. You achieve it by walking the walk, investing your time and effort into every kid who shows up.”

— OA parent

“Countless children and young adults have benefitted and flourished because of your commitment to holding them accountable to excellence.”

— Parent in the community

“The privilege of being a part of this remarkable community under your guidance is invaluable.”

— OA parent

“As my child experienced her first peak meet in college, she is overjoyed with the opportunity to swim collegiately.”

— OA parent

“Orinda Aquatics is such a wonderful, extended family, away from home for our son.”

— OA parent

“You run a program unlike any other, which is a direct result of your foundation of character and culture.”

— Swimming journalist

“Though I am a Masters coach, I see how your team philosophy takes care of many of the problems that irk me when I coach the age groupers.”

— USA Swimming coach

“Congratulations, coach, for the incredible culture delivered through OA and Character First.”

— Community coach