Backstroker David Melnychuk Commits To UNC’s Class of 2029

Sarasota Sharks’ David Melnychuk has announced his commitment to swim for the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. Melnychuk will arrive on campus for the Tar Heels in the fall of 2025.

“I am so honored and excited to announce my verbal commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at UNC Chapel Hill. I would like to thank God, my parents and friends, my Sarasota Sharks coaches, and Coach Mark for giving me this opportunity and supporting me through this process. Go Tar Heels.”

Melnychuk is primarily a backstroker and made finals in both backstroke events at the 2024 Winter Junior Championships – East. He earned third in the 200 backstroke with a lifetime best 1:42.50. Earlier in the meet, he placed 19th in the ‘C’ final of the 100 backstroke with a 47.92.

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