HI! 

I'm Eli, a sophomore in high school, and I've been competing with Carmel Swim Club for nine years — yeah, nine. I was seven years old when I first jumped in, and honestly, I haven't looked back since.

Breaststroke is my stroke. There's a rhythm and precision to it that I love, and I've spent nearly a decade perfecting every pull, every kick, every turn. It's the kind of stroke that rewards the work you put in — and this club has pushed me to put in a LOT of work.

CSC has shaped me in ways that go way beyond the water. The grind of early morning practices, the pressure of a big meet, the satisfaction of dropping time when it counts — all of it has built a toughness and a drive in me that I bring into everything I do. Nine years of that doesn't just make you a better swimmer. It makes you a better competitor, a better teammate, and honestly, a better person.

The coaches here are the real deal. They've invested in me since I was a little kid doing my first flip turns, and I don't take that for granted for a single second.

This club gave me everything. Your support helps make sure the next generation of swimmers gets that same shot.

Thank you — it means more than I can say. ?