Sun Coast Swim Team Swimmers Qualify for USA Swimming Sectional at Tampa Bay Swim Classic Sun Coast Swim Team swimmers Daniel “Danny” Pontrelli II (18) and Cruz Helmstetter (17) have kicked off their summer season with an impressive start, achieving qualifying times for the USA Swimming Sectional this weekend at the 2024 Tampa Bay Swim Classic, held at the North Shore Aquatic Complex in St. Petersburg, Florida. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Danny and Cruz, as the Tampa Bay Swim Classic is just one of the first meets...

Sun Coast Swim Team Welcomes Coach Landon Vincent The Sun Coast Swim Team (SCST) is thrilled to announce the addition of Coach Landon Vincent as a new assistant coach. Coach Landon will primarily focus on our Age Group (Otter/Dolphin) swimmers, but he will also be involved with all swim groups under the leadership of Head Coach Michelle Dickemann. Coach Landon is no stranger to the Sun Coast Swim Team and Bicentennial Pool. He first began his swimming journey as an age group swimmer with SCST and continued to swim with...

It’s Not Always About Swimming: Sun Coast Swim Team Members Shine in Girl Scouts While they may be known for their prowess in the pool, Halle Filipic and Kiley Brault of the Sun Coast Swim Team have shown that their talents extend far beyond swimming. Recently, both girls were honored at the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida ceremony, marking a significant milestone in their Girl Scout journey. Halle, a 10-year-old, bridged over to the Junior class, while Kiley, 11, advanced to the Cadet class. Their accomplishments in the Girl...

Sun Coast Swim Team Hosts 'May at the Races' Developmental Swim Meet, Celebrates New Collegiate Swimmers On Friday afternoon, the Sun Coast Swim Team (SCST) hosted over 30 swimmers and over a 60 spectators at the ‘May at the Races’ developmental swim meet at their home Bicentennial Pool in Bicentennial Park, Crystal River. This structured practice meet allowed swimmers to practice for USA-sanctioned competition in a more informal environment, complete with touchpads and race conditions. For many new swimmers, this was their first meet, providing a valuable introduction to competitive...

Sun Coast Swim Team Shines at the 2024 Citrus County Education Foundation (CCEF) Citrus Kids Triathlon On Saturday, May 11, 2024, the 11th annual Citrus Kids Triathlon, sponsored by the Citrus County Education Foundation (CCEF), brought together young athletes from across the region to showcase their talents and determination. Among these rising stars were members of the Sun Coast Swim Team (SCST), who not only competed fiercely but also demonstrated sportsmanship and dedication throughout the event. Jocelyn Daugherty, a 12-year-old standout from SCST, claimed the top spot, taking 1st Place...

Celebrating Success: Lt. Zach Kahler, From Swim Alumni to US Air Force Commission In a proud moment for the Sun Coast Swim Team (SCST) and Crystal River High School (CRHS) community, we celebrate the remarkable achievement of one of our own, Lt. Zach Kahler. Recently commissioned as a US Air Force 2nd Lieutenant, Lt. Kahler's journey is a testament to dedication and excellence. Starting as a CRHS JROTC cadet, he pursued his passion for aviation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, culminating in his graduation and commissioning. Lt. Kahler's next adventure takes...

Sun Coast Swim Team Excels at 2024 WFLA Spring Open The Sun Coast Swim Team made another big splash at the recent 2024 WFLA Spring Open, showcasing their talent and determination at the Southwest Pool Complex in Largo, Florida. Fifteen swimmers from the team, hailing from the Bicentennial Park Pool in Crystal River, traveled to Largo for this event, hosted by West Florida Lightning Aquatics. Morgan Gibson (16) showcased her exceptional skills that qualified her for the highly coveted USA Swimming Sectionals in both the 100m Breaststroke (1:19.30) and 200m...

Sun Coast Swim Team Senior Commits to St. Thomas University's Swim Team Sun Coast Swim Team (SCST) proudly congratulates senior Daniel “Danny” Pontrelli II on his verbal commitment to continue his athletic career by swimming for the St. Thomas University (STU) Bobcats Men’s swim team in Miami Gardens, Florida. Pontrelli is a senior at Nature Coast Tech High School in Brooksville. This announcement comes on the heels of the STU Bobcats Men’s swim team securing their first Swimming National Championship at the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Swimming &...

Sun Coast Swim Team Proudly Announces Morgan Gibson as Florida Swimming's Board of Director Athlete At-Large The Sun Coast Swim Team (SCST) is thrilled to share the exciting news that one of its own, Morgan Gibson, has been selected as the new Florida Swimming Board of Director Athlete At-Large. This prestigious position highlights Morgan's dedication, talent, and leadership within the swimming community, making SCST proud to have such a remarkable athlete among its ranks. Florida Swimming, representing hundreds of local clubs and thousands of athletes and coaches across most of...

Sun Coast Swim Team Celebrates Justin Rieck's Verbal Commitment to Barry University Congrats Justin, GO BUCS! In an exciting announcement for both the Sun Coast Swim Team and Crystal River High School, senior Justin Rieck has verbally committed to furthering his athletic career by joining the Barry University NCAA Division II Buccaneers Swim Team. The news marks a significant achievement for Justin and adds another accolade to the long list of successes for both him and his team. Justin's commitment to Barry University is not only a testament to his...