Natasha Zellner-Portela '27 Recruiting Profile

I began swimming at 9 years old and all I have ever thought about was swimming at a collegiate level. From working in the pool day in and day out as well as in the classroom, I  have strived to become the best version of myself to succeed and achieve my goals. Starting on the Varsity swim team in 8th grade showed me how to become a part of an established team of older students to try and reach our mutual goal of winning a championship.  Practicing with older swimmers helped push me to become better and showed me that even though I was young,  I could compete and win against senior athletes. In the pool, I bring speed, leadership, and determination. Outside the pool, I am committed to being a team player and having excellent sportsmanship. Academically, my goal is to continue to make the honor roll and to become the best student I can be as much as I aim to be the best in the pool. When I need help, I ask for it, and I love learning new things and improving.