Category: Swimming
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Making Waves in Charlotte
This past weekend was an exciting and rewarding one for our swim family! Coach Z had the honor of coaching at the Carolina’s Diversity Select Swim Camp, held at Queens University of Charlotte in Charlotte, NC. This camp is designed to bring together talented swimmers from diverse backgrounds, offering top-tier training, mentorship, and community building.…
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Make a Splash This Season with Fin Camp!
Calling all parents in the Triangle, NC area! Are you looking for a fun, safe, and confidence-building activity for your kids this summer? Dive into something exciting with our Fin Camp — the ultimate swim lesson experience for children ages 6–18! Led by our passionate Head Coach, Coach Z ,and rising star Judah Hall (ranked…
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Zion Hall: From Childhood Dreams to Championship Coaching
Champion’s Coaching, Inc. is proud to highlight history maker Coach Zion Hall. At just 20 years old, Coach Zion, or Coach Z as she’s fondly known, made history as the first black female under the age of 20 to start, lead, and maintain her very own USA Swim Team, The Firebirds. Her journey is as…
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Nicholas “Nick” Askew: Howard University’s Winning Coach
Nick Askew is a transformative force in collegiate swimming and diving. As the current head coach at Howard University, his journey combines hard-won expertise with a visionary approach that has not only reshaped the program but also made significant waves in the broader swimming community. Askew’s story is a blend of personal passion, professional determination,…
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Anthony Nesty: Breaking Barriers, Building Champions
Embed from Getty Images Anthony Conrad Nesty, born on November 25, 1967, in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, is a name that resonates with swimming excellence and barrier-breaking accomplishments in the world of swimming. His journey from a young swimmer in Suriname to becoming the first Black head coach of the U.S. Olympic men’s…
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Enith Brigitha: The First Black Female Swimming Champion
Early Life and Beginnings Enith Sijtje Maria Brigitha, born on April 15, 1955, in Willemstad on the Caribbean Island of Curaçao, is a name synonymous with swimming excellence, resilience, and breaking barriers. Her journey from the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea to the Olympic podium is a testament to her talent, hard work, and…
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Chris Silva: A Trailblazer in US Black Swimming History
If we want to discuss swimmers during Black History month, it would be a disservice not to mention Chris Silva. In the world of swimming, he stands as a pivotal figure, a trailblazer who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of Black swimmers. While his life was tragically cut short, his impact…
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Champion’s Coaching Celebrates Black History Month with a Focus on Aquatic Sports
As Black History Month begins, Champion’s Coaching is proud to honor the contributions and achievements of Black individuals in the field of aquatic sports. This month-long celebration is an opportunity to reflect on the past, recognize the present, and inspire future generations to break barriers and make waves in the world of swimming. Champion’s Coaching…
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A Milestone and Good Times!
Champion’s Coaching and the Firebirds Celebrate a Historic Milestone and a Special Birthday Champion’s Coaching and the Firebirds marked a significant milestone with their first-ever college signing day, celebrating the achievements of their senior swimmer, Judah Hall. The event was held in high spirits as the team gathered to honor Judah’s commitment to Barton College,…
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November is “Thank You Coach Month”
November is “Thank You Coach Month”, which is presented by Speedo! When you have a moment be sure to thank your swim coaches! With that being said, thank you Coach Zion for all that you do for our Firebirds Swim Team!