Joshua Austin-Koyl '27 Recruiting Profile

Driven 200 Fly Swimmer, National Level Swimmer, Strong Academics & Team Leader in and out of the Pool

I’m a Canadian Trials qualifier and Canada Games athlete, specializing in the 200 fly (2:10.46 LCM) and 100 fly (58.3 LCM). I’ve been swimming competitively since I was eight, and over the years I’ve developed a deep passion not just for racing, but for understanding every part of performance  from technical skills to nutrition and mindset. I’ve attended workshops with Wayne Goldsmith, Yuri Kisil, and Rebecca Smith, and I love applying what I learn to help my teammates improve too.

I take pride in being a leader both in and out of the pool. I’ve coached younger swimmers with my club (RODS) and volunteered at countless meets. Beyond swimming, I’ve led and am currently leading several community projects including organizing a blood drive with Canadian Blood Services and helping run a holiday fundraiser to provide gifts for underprivileged kids at Albert School, where I also mentor grade 3–4 students in life skills and confidence building.

Academically, I hold a 97% average and plan to study Business ideally Finance or Economics. My coaches and teammates would describe me as competitive, passionate, and driven to get the best out of myself and those around me. I thrive in high performance, team oriented environments that balance structure, accountability, and fun. My short term goals are to achieve Canadian Nationals and Canadian Open cuts, and my long term goals are to medal at Trials, make a Junior National team, and compete for a top NCAA Division I program.