Connor Brosche '27 Recruiting Profile

Swimming Isn’t Just a Sport—It’s a Lifestyle

Swimming found me at a young age. After watching me swim in a small meet, a coach approached my mom and suggested I join a swim club. I was five years old when I walked onto the pool deck alone, introduced myself, and demonstrated the skills the coaches asked to see. A week later, I learned I had made the team. That was the beginning of my journey—not just as a swimmer, but as the person I am today.

To compete at the highest levels, you must be coachable, organized, and disciplined. Time management is key. You must be prompt (if you’re not early, you’re late), determined, reliable, gritty, and willing to put in the work—day after day—often without immediate results. These traits describe who I am not only in the pool but also in the classroom and my daily life.

For the past 11 years, swimming has shaped my routine, my mindset, and my character. I’ve grown from being the youngest on the team to a student-athlete leader for both my club and my high school’s varsity swim team.

What I’ve learned from swimming extends far beyond the pool. It applies to my academics, my service, and my relationships. I believe in the principle: you get out what you put in. As the oldest of three boys, I’ve learned to lead by example. My youngest brother, Spencer, is a high-achieving athlete in hockey and lacrosse. My other brother, Oscar, is 14 and participates in Special Olympics basketball and soccer. Having a brother with special needs has opened my eyes to the importance of inclusion. At school, I serve as a lunchroom buddy for students who could use a friend. Being a familiar and friendly face helps make a large high school feel a little smaller.

In addition to swimming and academics, I’m involved in two service clubs that support our community and help those experiencing homelessness. Giving back has always been one of the most fulfilling parts of my life.

If you need me, you’ll likely find me with my headphones on, music pumping, getting in the zone before a race. All the hours of training lead to this moment—standing on the blocks, hearing “Take your mark… BEEP.” It’s just you and the clock.

The best advice I’ve ever received came from my mom: “Stay in your lane. Control what you can control. Don’t worry about anyone else’s performance but your own.” My coach always says "Don't think, just go". That mindset has helped me in the pool and far beyond it. Swimming is my happy place—and it’s not something I’m ready to leave behind.

Swimming has shaped me into a disciplined, compassionate, and resilient individual. It has taught me how to lead, how to serve, and how to push myself even when no one is watching. As I look toward the next chapter of my life, I carry with me not just the skills of a swimmer, but the mindset of someone who know the value of hard work, perseverance, and community. I'm excited to continue growing (in and out of the water) and bring these lessons with me wherever I go.