I'm excited to be returning to the Selinsgrove Stingrays as the head coach this year. As a swimmer in the Greater Susquehanna Valley Aquatic League many years ago, I'm delighted to be able to give back to a program that meant so much to me through my childhood. I'm originally from Mifflinburg and swam competitively until pursuing my advanced nursing career became my primary focus. I became a Certified USA Swim Coach when my children started expressing an interest in swimming. I feel swimming is a life skill that can provide a fun form of exercise for all ages. Beyond that, competitive swimming is a multifaceted sport providing much more than just the benefits of physical activity including emotional regulation, and team building and hope to contribute my knowledge of individualized technique and self-awareness of swimming in a fun but competitive atmosphere.
Hi! I was an assistant coach for the Sunbury Swim Team for many summers before having twins in June 2015. I returned to being an assistant coach for the GSVY winter program at the YMCA for the last 5.5 years. I enjoyed being involved with a competitive swim team from a young age and continued swimming throughout my high school years!
Team Philosophy: Our primary focus is having FUN while providing individualized instruction to each swimmer during our summer season. We will be focusing on concepts such as teamwork, sportsmanship, motivation, and dedication while participating in the sport of competitive swimming!
Madison is a 2024 graduate of Wellsboro Area High School and has just completed her first year at Lycoming College as a member of the swim team, majoring in psychology. Madison is a former teammate of Cathryn Brought, at WAHS and LYCO.
Madison is a former three-time PIAA District IV qualifier in the freestyle and breast stroke events; finishing in the top 10 three times. Madison received the "Landmark Sportsmanship Honoree" designation for the 2024-2025 season on her way to a PR in the Landmark Conference meet in the 50 Freestyle. Her favorite stroke is breaststroke, while her least favorite stroke is backstroke. Madison likes the competitive nature of the relays and working with her teammates toward a common goal.
This is Madison's second coaching opportuntiy, having assisted the River Valley YMCA out of Williamsport/Jersey Shore this past season.
Olivia Solomon - rising junior at Midd-West, member of Selinsgrove Stingrays for 7 years and is currently a member of the Susquehanna Valley Aquatic Club. Swims for Midd-West and qualified for PIAA districts in 100 fly and 100 free. Favorite stroke is butterfly.