Kevin Geist '19 Recruiting Profile
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Personal Statement
When I started swimming at 8 years old it became my dream to swim at the collegiate level and at the national level. At that time I decided to dedicate all my energy towards my dreams. I reached a personal goal by qualifying for the 2017 and 2018 Speedo Winter Junior National Championships.
My name is Kevin Geist and I am 17 years old. I train and compete with Hilton Head Aquatics, in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. I also compete on the Hilton Head Island High School swim team. As a sophomore and as a junior, I was named captain of my high school team. My experience as team captain has enhanced my quest to gain leadership skills. I was one of eight sophomores selected by my teachers and principal to attend the South Carolina Youth Leadership Conference in May of 2017.
When I am not swimming I am working on my education. I challenge myself with Honors and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses. I am looking forward to taking IB Chinese next year. My unweighted GPA is 3.9 and my weighted GPA is 4.7.
My mantra is: work hard, listen to your coach, believe in yourself and you will be the best you can be. I am dedicated to achieving my fullest potential in swimming and academics.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 3 years
- 2017 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-State, 2017 AAAA High School Swimmer of the Year, Captain, State Champ 100yd fly, 200yd free
Team Awards
- Regional Champs
- 2016 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-State, Team Captain, Individual State Champ 100 Fly, Honored as team MVP
Team Awards
- Regional Champs
- 2015 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-State,
Team Awards
- Regional Champs
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 5 seasons
- 2017 Hilton Head Aquatics
- 2017, 2018 Qualified for Speedo Junior Championship. S. Carolina Long Course State Champion-200 fly
- 2016 Hilton Head Aquatics
- South Carolina All State Team
- 2015 Hilton Head Aquatics
- Selected by SC Swimming to the South Carolina Zone Team, August 2015 ~ 13-14 South Carolina Long Course State Champ 100m and 200m fly ~ South Carolina All State Team
- 2014 Hilton Head Aquatics
- South Carolina All State Team
- 2013 Hilton Head Aquatics
- South Carolina All State Team
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Mike Lane
Training
- Short Course (Sept-May), Long Course/Short Course (May-August)
- 8 years
- Short Course training: 15 hours swimming per week (Mon- Sat), 3 hours dryland per week (no weights)
Statistics
| Event | 2015 Varsity Team | 2013 Hilton Head Aq |
|---|---|---|
| 50M Free | 26.82 | 26.82 |
| 50Y Free | 22.94 | 22.94 |
| 100M Free | 55.93 | 55.93 |
| 100Y Free | 48.86 | 48.86 |
| 200M Free | 1:45.19 | 2:05.30 |
| 200Y Free | 2:05.30 | 1:45.19 |
| 400M Free | 4:28.74 | 4:28.74 |
| 500Y Free | 4:44.93 | 4:44.93 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
High School Information
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. All core classes are HonorsAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Calculus AB IB Mathematical Methods IB Chemistry HL-1 IB BusinessRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsUSA Swimming Scholastic All American, National Honor Society, Chinese National Honor Society, Honor Roll every report card, Hilton Head Island High School "Student of the Month" Nov 2017
- ActivitiesSelected to attend and graduated from the South Carolina Leadership Conference, May 2017- Principal's Advisory Council 2017-2018- Community Service: Sidekick swim program-working with and mentoring young swimmers Rotary Club Representative
Top NCSA Athletes at Hilton Head Island High School
Top NCSA Athletes in Area
