Maia Wainwright '22 Recruiting Profile

Six years of competitive swimming has taught me not only how to grow as an athlete but as a teammate, and as an individual. Through grueling workouts and disappointing meets my team was always there for me. However, it wasn’t until I began high school swimming that I fully understood the benefits of a strong team dynamic. The genuine love and support I received from my teammates is something completely unique to our Franklin High School community. These experiences inspired me to dedicate myself to both of my teams by cheering the loudest, working the hardest, and persevering even when I didn’t believe I could. Adjusting my mentality was the most positive and effective change I could’ve made to become a better swimmer and teammate. 

My number one priority is to commit to a college that benefits me academically as my education has always been the main focus of my life. Swimming is my prime outlet, allowing me to refocus my thoughts when I’m overwhelmed by assignments and responsibilities. Completely devoting my energy to swimming at practice everyday gives my mind a break from the ever growing to-do list on my desk. If I didn’t allow myself to take the time to focus on my team, on improving my swimming I would become overwhelmed by my other responsibilities. Some may assume that swimming for two teams and balancing school work would be difficult to manage but I would argue that diversifying my interests actually benefits me academically.

I look forward to more opportunities to speak with coaches and get to know more about their team environment. I intend to devote myself to the team and be an exceptional teammate.