DAVID FINE, HEAD AGE GROUP COACH

David, a Stamford native, brings a lifelong passion for swimming to his role as Head Age Group Coach. His career began as a standout swimmer, earning recognition as a Junior National qualifier, YMCA national finalist, and team record holder for the New Canaan Y Caimans, West Hill High School, and Newfield Club. He went on to swim collegiately at the University of Miami and later earned advanced degrees in Mathematics and Education from Fairfield University and the University of Bridgeport.

With more than two decades of coaching experience, David has worked with programs at New Canaan High School, the New Canaan and Stamford YMCAs, and currently serves as head coach at the Newfield Club in the Fairfield County Swim League. His dedication to athlete development has earned him recognition as Coach of the Year from both the FCIAC and CIAC, as well as Connecticut Swimming’s Age Group Coach of the Year in 2023. At the YWCA, David continues to inspire swimmers with his deep knowledge, competitive background, and commitment to excellence.