UNCW Swimming gave me the greatest gift possible, lifelong friends. The athletic director Jimmy Bass was completely emotionless and seemed as if it was a nonchalant conversation when he delivered the news to the team. Bobby Guntoro, who was named head coach on July 23, 2020, returns to his alma mater following eight seasons on the staff at NC State, including the last three as the Wolfpacks Associate Head Coach. Wednesday, February 23, 2022 UNCW's Seahawk Natatorium, home of the school's highly successful swimming and diving teams, will be renamed the David B. Allen Natatorium to commemorate the remarkable 37-year commitment of Dave Allen as head coach of the program from 1977-2014. Women's Swimming & Diving - Support Staff; Image Name Title; Hailey McNee: Assistant Athletic Trainer (Volleyball, Swim & Dive) Jimmy Bass is, in fact, a dinosaur after all. This is maintained by alumni of the UNCW Swim and Dive team and is in no way affiliated with the Memont was the head coach of the program for 6 seasons after spending 7 years as an assistant coach at South Carolina. Siddle, 33, is making his fifth coaching stop and first as a head coach. CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - The No. . Nelson, who hails from Newcastle At NC State, Guntoro served on both the womens and mens coaching staffs and helped both teams record ACC championships and NCAA top-10 finishes. UNCW junior Henderson Louviere took home five gold medals with individual titles in the 200 individual medley and 100 butterfly. However, they feel like theyve found a more than adequate choice to help continue the teams long history of success. Our commitment to student engagement, creative inquiry, critical thinking, thoughtful expression and responsible citizenship is expressed in our baccalaureate and master's programs, as well as doctoral programs in areas of expertise . And trying to learn their personality so that you know what kind of swimmer they are and what they will respond to.. I do remember all the fun that we had together as a team. #ThisIsThePlace. Your email address will not be published. Nevertheless, Memont has already left a positive impression on many swimmers whom share his championship philosophy. Jason has the ability to read his student-athletes and relate to them on an individual level. I do have one question, how could such an unbelievably nice human being inflict such pain on us poor swimmers day after day in the pool and smile the whole time he was doing it? Memont has enjoyed tremendous success on the recruiting trail, luring 12 NCAA All-Americans to the USC program and coaching Gamecock standouts Michael Flach, Marwan El Kamash and Gerard Rodriguez to berths in international competition. John has a real passion for the sport of swimming, which allows him to easily connect and engage with the student-athletes. EXPRESSING a desire to spend more time with his wife, children, and three grandsons, longtime coach Dave Allen, the founding father and architect of UNCW's document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The termination of these two great dedicated employees during finals week and a global pandemic was the biggest low blow that senior athletic department administration at UNCW has made since 2014 when they attempted to cut the team. After a couple of unsatisfying work experiencesI went back to school to pursuea Nursing degree. He is credited as having worked closely with the conference champions DAlessandro and Countie. Could probably say the same for a large chunk of the country. Contact, School of Health & Applied Human Sciences, Enter and exit water using ladder, steps or side, Open eyes under water and retrieve submerged objects, Roll from front to back and back to front, Alternating and simultaneous leg actions on front and back, Alternating and simultaneous arm actions on front and back, Combined arm and leg actions on front and back, Learn how to stay safe, including recognizing an emergency and knowing how to call for help, Learn how to stay safe in, on and around the water, including the use of a life jacket, recognizing lifeguards and sun safety, Enter and exit water by stepping or jumping from the side, Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back, Learn how to stay safe, including recognizing an emergency, knowing how to call for help and perform simple non-swimming assists, Learn to look carefully before entering the water, Learn what to think about and do when exhausted or caught in a dangerous situation, Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and kneeling positions, Change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back, Flutter, scissor, dolphin and breaststroke kicks on front, Learn to perform simple non-swimming assists, Learn to recognize, prevent and respond to cold water emergencies, Headfirst entries from the side in compact and stride positions, Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly, Learn about recreational water illnesses and how to prevent them. The fact that the school has begun a search for a replacement head coach assuages concerns over the future of the program during a time where collegiate sports programs are in danger due to the budget constraints of the global coronavirus pandemic. After graduating from UNCW I really didnt have life figured out yet. UNCW Logos are used with 2023 Swim Swam Partners, LLC. I know Johns energy will greatly help the Seahawk program and I look forward to watching him flourish. At this time, we are no longer adding new community member requests until more instructors become available. In order to gain access into the facility, your instructor will meet you in the Front Lobby area (before the turnstiles) to escort you to the LSRC Indoor Pool for each lesson. UNCW New Swim Coach Nathan Johnson| Interning Writer September 3, 2014 For the first 36 seasons in program history, the UNC Wilmington swimming & diving team only had one man to answer to, former coach Dave Allen. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology from RIT in 2001. John worked with the senior and junior groups at Wahoos and helped send over 30 swimmers to the NCSA swim championships, where these swimmers broke over 70 team records during his time with the program. The committee conducted a very thorough search and Jason emerged as the top choice, said Jimmy Bass, UNCWs athletic director. Copyright 2022 WECT. Auburn Head Coach Gary Taylor Head Coach bowdend@uncw.edu: Jonathan Bowden: Asst. John's knowledge is extensive and although young he has a wealth of experience due to his days as a swimmer, a club coach and as a collegiate coach. My mother was a swim lesson instructor when I was growing up and so I was always around the pool.. Subscribe to our newsletter and receive our latest updates! I have too many happy memories to count. UNCW Conference Champions, 2019-2020 Season. In total, the teams combined to win 6 CAA titles last season, with 3 of those coming from divers. discovery: { How has your experience as part of UNCWs Swimming & Diving program impacted or influenced your life? number: 3, Head Swimming & Diving Coach He does this with great sportsmanship and always keeping their best interests in mind. First clue shouldve been the whole Jimmy thing. Needless to say, I gave it all I had, and then some. Carroll, graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) in 2016, where he earned a degree in history and a minor in political science. Beyond this, his work ethic and demeanor will allow for great success both coaching and recruiting. The 800 Free Relay clocked a time of 6:05.31, while the 400 Free Relay posted a record time of 2:44.75. Id like to continue our winning tradition in the CAA and have an impact on the national scene. What have you been up to since your days on the UNCW pool deck? The first session runs from June 7-18 and the second from June 21-July 2 at the Earl Jackson Pool on Wilmington's Northside. The official Women's Swimming and Diving Coach List for the UNC Wilmington Seahawks. }. Its a disgrace what the athletic department has done to this team. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy | FTC Disclaimer No one will ever compare to Valt or Jason. Jimmy Bass has had it out for the swim team. University of Georgia, Jason is a tremendous coach with a lot of motivation and a wealth of swimming knowledge. In 2013, shortly before Memont took over as head coach, the school considered dropping its swimming & diving programs. Late time will count as part of the lesson. DeSorbo began his collegiate swimming career at Kentucky before transferring to UNCW in 1998-99. The official Men's Golf Coach List for the UNC Wilmington Seahawks. Back in 2013 he tried to scrap swimming, track/cross country, and softball to save money blatantly ignoring the Mens CAA success streak. He has been awesome, said Adam Salzman, UNCWs senior team captain. They are getting a great one!, Harvey Humphries He still owns the 200IM mark, and was also a member and assistant coach of the schools nationally-ranked water polo team. More than any cheer I remember the pre meet prayer the most. Beyond this, his work ethic and demeanor will allow for great success both coaching and recruiting. Guntoro becomes just the third head coach in the programs 42-year history and the first UNCW graduate to take the reins. I think this is a great, great hire. Information Staff Directory Athletic Director Athletic Communications Compliance Athletic Training Facilities Live Events UNCW Athletic Hall of Fame Seahawk Merchandise . A late hire with a lot to live up to from Coach Allens legacy. UNCW Logos are used with Of course, I have many fond memories of Coach Allen. A meal in the cafeteria after practice usually turned into a party. 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I have not actually seen the beach yet, everyone tells me there is one here, but I have seen a lot of this office and a lot of the pool deck, Memont said. Phone: 962-SWIM (7946) Email: 2swim@uncw.edu, Our LTS Program is currently on a waitlist. *Due to the current waiting list for swim lessons, open registration is no longer available. If a participant cancels their lesson within 24 hours, the instructor will attempt to re-schedule. On the womens side, Guntoro helped the program to the 2017 ACC title, its first championship since 1980. Guntoro has extensive experience on the international front. Head Men's Basketball Coach Email siddlet@uncw.edu Phone (910) 962-3045 Takayo Siddle, a key lieutenant for Kevin Keatts during UNCW's resurgence in men's basketball earlier this decade, returned to the Port City as the new head coach of the Seahawk program on March 13, 2020. Jason knows the CAA and what it takes to win in the conference. Memont also has experience on the club level. He takes over for veteran coach Dave Allen, who retired recently following a 37-year career that produced 16 Colonial Athletic Association championships, including three on the womens side and an impressive string of 13 consecutive mens titles spanning back to 2002. In 2013-14, the USC men finished the dual meet season with a 6-2 record. Im looking forward to following in Dave Allens footsteps and building on the success he had. He constantly allowed specific people to go awry and would bend his own rules to better fit his narrative. We hope to reopen the list at the start of the spring semester. At home meets we would gather in the equipment room and form a circle around Coach and put one hand in the middle while coach said the prayer. Duke faced its first doubleheader of the season, defeating UNC-Wilmington Saturday but falling to Virginia Tech 180-115 on the men's side and 176-116 on the women's side . One of the first weekends freshmen year some of the team and I went surfing by Crystal Pier. John helped the Retrievers to three conference championship titles. Favorite stomping grounds from your time at UNCW? All rights reserved. 314-516-5752. For children ages 6-months to 3-years, it is recommended that an adult accompanies the child in the water for every lesson. During his collegiate career, Memont was a two-time captain at RIT from 1996-2001 and held four relay records with the Tigers. text: "Promote your event", Degree: bachelors of science in biology, minor in forensic science . We'd love to hear from you. Name: Anna TommerdahlUNCW Swimming & Diving Class of 2010Events: 500, 1000, 1650 freeDegree: BS Marine Biology, BA Math, MS Marine Biology (College of Charleston)Profession: farmerCurrent, Name:Tricia VanGraafeiland UNCW Swimming & Diving Class of 1996 Events:Diving Degree:B.S. The school says that a national search for a new head coach will begin immediately. Men's and Women's Swimming Assistant Coach. Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach. My familiarity with the Colonial Athletic Association was a big part of it, Memont said. Both coaches wanted the best for the team. 5th year. I grew up around the pool, Memont said. He served as a captain his senior season. NO ONE WILL EVER COMPARE TO VALT!!!!! UNCW Swimming & Diving Class of 2011. Required fields are marked *, function evvntDiscoveryInit() { Associate Head Swimming & Diving Coach Taking the helm of a successful program has left Memont little time to enjoy Wilmingtons leisurely activities. Were excited to have Bobby return to UNCW, said Bass. NCAA Division I program UNC Wilmington has terminated head swimming & diving coach Jason Memont this week. NCSU added another crown in 2019 and finished seventh at the NCAA Championships for the second time in three seasons. Having a new face around the pool has taken some time for veteran members of the UNCW swim team to adjust to. category_id: null, Bunn, is also a former UNCW athlete and champion CAA diver, has coached the mens diving team for three years and the womens team for two. } About the University of North Carolina Wilmington The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), formerly known as Wilmington College, was founded in 1947 by local leaders and citizens dedicated to providing higher educational opportunities to students in southeastern North Carolina, notably veterans returning home from World War II. For the second-consecutive season, the teams 800 Freestyle Relay team of El Kamash, Flach, Rodriguez and Kevin Leithold earned All-America honors after finishing 12th overall at the NCAA Championships. When you see news happening, report it! The Cavaliers won five of six doubles matches on the day and took nine of the 12 singles matches in straight sets. element: "#evvnt-calendar-widget", Coach bowdenj@uncw.edu: Footer. UNCW Swimming & Diving Class of '95 Events: backstroke, mid-distance freestyle Degree: BS Chemistry, Minor in Math and Spanish Profession: Veterinarian and Vacation Rental Consultant Current residence: Newport Beach, CA What is your favorite memory of being part of UNCW's Swimming & Diving program? Purpose: To develop participants' confidence in the strokes learned in Level 3 and to improve other aquatic skills. He set the program record in the 100 Butterfly and swam on several record-breaking relays. I can tell Jason is focused and puts an emphasis on the weight room and in the pool; its more focused on quality.. All lessons are held in the UNCW Leonard Student Recreation Center Aquatics Facility. He was a great ambassador for our program and university when he was a student-athlete and hes helped NC States programs to great heights during his time there. This is maintained by alumni of the UNCW Swim and Dive team and is in no way affiliated with the the permission of the university. We're your neighbors. Nathan Johnson| Interning Writer September 3, 2014. Nobody else can do it for you. *Ages 6+ may participate in 45-minute lessons. As a senior at UNCW, DeSorbo was named CAA Championships Swimmer of the Meet in 1999 after winning titles in the 200 backstroke, and both the 200 and 400 individual medley. UNCW swimming and diving coaches Guntoro and Bunn receive top honors UNCW's swimming and diving coaches Bobby Guntoro and Beau Bunn were both named 2021-22 Coaches of the Year by the CAA. John was a tremendous asset for the Auburn Swim & Dive program and working alongside me and Jeana Kempe in the middle-distance group. 1 Virginia men's tennis team (2-0) opened dual match season by picking up 7-0 victories against UNCW (0-1) and Richmond (0-1) on Sunday (Jan. 15) on the indoor courts at the Boars Head Sports Club. Never go full-on Jimmy. John Carroll joins the Seahawk coaching staff for the 2020-21 season following two seasons on the staff at Auburn. Could not agree with you more. As it turns out, competing again is very exhilarating. The former Seahawk swimmer is in his second season leading UNCWs teams. Six Taishoff Aquatic Pavilion records were broken this weekendbut only two by a Blue Devil touch stopping the clock. ADs will always protect themselves and their jobs at the expense of the athletes, at least that is my experience here. I . Hallonen, a native of Finland, broke UNCW school records in both the 100 and 200 backstroke as a swimmer. Head CoachBobby Guntorois the Colonial Athletic Associations mens swimming Coach of the Year whileBeau Bunnreceived the honor of CAA Coach of the Year for both mens and womens diving sports. submission: { UNCW Swimming & Diving Class of '87 Events: 200 Fly and Fly on the Medley Relay Degree: Commercial Recreation Profession: Registered Nurse Current residence: Wake Forest, NC What is your favorite memory of being part of UNCW's Swimming & Diving program? During his time in Williamsburg, the Tribe, with a non-scholarship program, featured an NCAA qualifier and captured the CAA womens championship in 2007. I feel so bad for the team. A spokesperson for the school says that the program has begun a national search for a replacement, massaging concerns over the program's future. Freshman diver Nic Newis won both boards in the mens meet, and junior Courtney Klausen swept the womens diving events. Seahawk Spotlight: Libby Polchin (Mayock). After the prayer we would burst out of the equipment room with a roar of enthusiasm. Name: Michael Baric UNCW Swimming & Diving Class of 2014 Events: 200IM, 100Back, 200Breast Degree: History Profession: Coach Current residence: Durham, NC What is your favorite memory of being part of UNCW's Swimming & Diving program? TicketSmarter - Ticket Resale Marketplace. John has a real passion for the sport of swimming, which allows him to easily connect and engage with the student-athletes. UNCW just got better!, University of North Carolina, Wilmington on Facebook, University of North Carolina, Wilmington on Twitter, University of North Carolina, Wilmington on Instagram. The Wolfpack men have finished in the top-10 at the NCAA Championships every season since 2015 and have claimed the last six ACC titles. }); As you do progress through life, juggling a career and/or raising a family, remember to take time to take care of yourself. Growing up near the water, Memont was active in local swimming competitions. All rights reserved. Athletic departments often do not disclose the facts in order to protect the AD or Chancellor from blowback. In 2012 I fell in love with swimming all over again. widget: true, I grew up ten or fifteen minutes from the beach in Massachusetts and I would definitely say that returning to be that close again was pretty nice.. Somehow after swimming for two and a half we still had enough energy to be a little on the loud side. Carroll began his collegiate coaching career as a volunteer assistant at Rowan University in 2016-17. WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - UNCWs swimming and diving coaches have received top honors following the mens and womens teams stellar performances at the recent CAA Championship meets. UNCWs Midnite Madness kicks off basketball season, UNCW womens basketball looks to bounce back this season, Your email address will not be published. The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching and mentoring with research and service. Events: 100 & 200 breaststroke. Memonts strategy for maintaining a healthy team morale and camaraderie is to tailor his coaching to each individual. I have now been a Pediatric Nurse for 25 years. Swim Coach Summer Swim League May 2019 - Jul 2019 3 months. 314-516-5752. Hallonen is a graduate of UNCW and joined the program as a coach in the fall of 2016, serving a total of 4 seasons as head coach. University of North Carolina At Wilmington or their athletic department. John Carroll is a fantastic addition to the UNCW Swim & Dive Staff. I think the important part about motivation is identifying where every swimmer is unique, Memont said. LESSON CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED MEETING. I have not really seen much of the surrounding community just yet, but I am looking forward to it., 13 wins and counting: Seahawks look to defend streak against Cougars, UNCW Lady Seahawks snap basketball losing streak, Seahawks go toe-to-toe with the nations best, Win or go home: UNCW mens soccer prepares for semi-finals, Bring on the nations best: Seahawks start basketball season with a bang, Perrotta and the Seahawks eye the conference crown, Lights, camera, madness! Season cancelled early, and now two of the coaches fired with zero context? This is the perfect fit for him., McGee Moody He really showed his true colors and feelings towards the swim team and validated that we as swimmers are not valued in his program. The truth is that we just dont know how much time we have with our hair. Duke swimming beats UNCW, falls to Virginia Tech. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Both of the divers who won conference titles were freshmen, including CAA Diver of the Year Kolbein Bjugan. Halonen was an alum, record holder, and had the highest performing group on the team. I swam competitively from the time I was five to the time when I was 22, Memont said. Memont despite his personality was a great coach and laid an amazing foundation for a great team over the last 6 years. By WECT Staff Published: Feb. 21, 2022 at 4:05 PM PST We celebrate community and we tell your stories. A weak leader and with bad attitude. Individually, Andreas Vazaios was the NCAA champion in the 200 Butterfly at the 2018 and 2019 NCAA Championships. You do not have JavaScript Enabled on this browser. Your email address will not be published. Were looking forward to continuing the tradition and success of the swimming program here at UNCW.. Purpose: To give participants success with fundamental skills, including learning how to float without support and to recover to a vertical position. Private lessons will be arranged at a time that fits both yours and your instructor's schedule and may be scheduled anytime the indoor pool is open for its normal Lap Swimming hours. Head Swimming & Diving Coach From the start he disrespected and killed the traditions of the Allen era. WILMINGTON, NC (UNCW) Jason Memont, who swam collegiately at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and enjoyed successful coaching stints at William & Mary and South Carolina, has been named UNCWs head swimming and diving coach. This year, 24 students from D.C. Virgo, ages 8-13, will be taught by UNCW Swimming and Diving Head Coach Bobby Guntoro and his team of instructors. GM was the men's team captain for 2021 and 2022 seasons and is now planning on being a graduate assistant coach for the UNCW Swim and Dive team in 2023 while completing his Masters in International Business. Swimming also gave me a strong work ethic and the knowledge that all is possible if you put in the effort. 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