I have been swimming for 11 years, and always had the dream of becoming one of the best swimmers in the world. As my coaches and parents and friends know me, I am a disciplined, hard-working, and determined young man. Whatever I put my mind to, I do my best to accomplish it. People view me as a leader, as I work with the group and not against them. I do not make teammates or peers feel left out or not good enough, instead I do quite the opposite. Also, including everybody in a team effort I believe is key to success, especially when put in a stressful team situation, such as relays or cheering on a fellow teammate. I look to improve every time I am in and out of the pool. To me, swimming, school, and family and friends are most important to me, and push me to be the best version of myself.