Senior

 

The Blazers Senior Group is designed for high school aged swimmers who are training towards MVS Senior Champs. Emphasis is placed on improved techniques and athleticism, aerobic conditioning, goal setting, and race strategies. Senior Group swimmers are encouraged to regularly participate in local, travel and Championship meets for which they qualify, as outlined by the Head Coach.

Expectations:

  • Attendance recommendation of at least three days per week is recommended
  • Participation in local/championship swim meets is encouraged, but not required.
  • Come to practice on time with a water bottle, suit, cap, goggles, and a positive attitude.

Training Metrics:

  • 300 Kick for Time 6:00 or faster
  • Legally complete 50 of each competitive stroke.

 Performance Metrics:

  • 1 MVS Spring Senior Champs qualifying time for 15 & overs

Fall Base Practice Schedule:


Monday: 5:45-8:00pm CT
Tuesday: 5:45 - 8:00pm CT
Wednesday: 5:45-8:00pm CT
Thursday: 5:45-8:00pm CT
Friday: 4:30-6pm SMAC
Saturday: 7:30-9:30am SMAC

 

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Contact & Coaching Staff

Nikita Alvegaard-Struble

Senior Lead Coach
nikita.as@me.com

 

About Coach Nikita:

Nikita has been a part of the Blazers coaching staff going on 3 years now.  Nikta was a swimmer with the Blazers for 8 years and is currently a college student at ASU online pursuing a degree in Psychology.  Nikita is also the Head Coach of the Woodside Waves in the summers and is excited to continue working with and motivating athletes in the Senior group.

Jack Christie

Senior Assistant Coach

 

About Coach Jack:

Jack is a current candidate for a Master's in Sports Management at the University of Kansas. Before attending the University of Kansas, Jack graduated from DePauw University with a B.A. in Political Science and is an alumnus of the Men's Swim and Dive team. At DePauw, Jack served as a representative on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, representing the interests of his team to the DePauw Athletic Department and the NCAA. Jack is also an alumnus of the Kansas City Blazers National Group. Outside of coaching, he spends his weekends watching any sports event from Formula 1, football, basketball, and everything in between.