LYCOMING SWIMMERS TRAIN IN CALIFORNIA

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. – The Lycoming College swimming teams took advantage of the holiday break to get a little extra training in prior to the start of the second semester of classes. Thirty-six student-athletes and four coaches traveled to Newport Beach, California, two days after Christmas for 10 days of intense training – and a little bit of fun, too.

The Warriors, under the direction of head coach Jerry Hammaker, used the outdoor facilities at the University of California – Irvine for 16 training sessions over 10 days. The training was highlighted by the squad’s traditional 100 x 100’s on New Years Day.

“The primary purpose of the trip was obviously the training and the team put in some of the toughest workouts I’ve ever given while here at Lycoming,” said Hammaker. “The swimmers came through with flying colors.”

When not in the pool, the Warriors took in some of the sights and experiences of southern California, visiting Balboa Pier, Laguna Beach, and Downtown Disneyland. The group also got to attend two tapings of the Price Is Right that will air Thursday and Friday, February 3-4. Plan to tune in and see how two of Lycoming’s student-athletes faired as contestants on the show!

“It’s always important to me to have a trip that is not only training, but also one where we can build some team unity through memorable experiences outside the pool,” said Hammaker. “This trip was a success on both counts; our swimmers had a great time together.”

The Warriors return to competition on Saturday, January 15, when they travel to the University of Scranton.