Robby (he/him)
Hello all! My name is Robby, and to all who have gotten to know me over the years, I am considered more of an aquatic being. I particularly love the sport of swimming . Swimming has taught me the discipline needed to achieve my goals as well as the confidence to lead a team forward into the future. the sport has also kept me focused on my studies as I practice a life of rigorous scheduling. I have formed great friendships with my teammates both in and out of the pool that I still hold to this day. After long days filled with academic study, nothing helps me decompress quite like the cool, quiet, calm water. Once my mind is clear, I am ready to push myself as hard as possible to improve my times at swim meets, a task more important than ever now that I swim at the collegiate level.
Your relationship with the water is so cool. How you’re so connected with the art of swimming and the water is really beautiful. Also, your cat is so cute!
I empathize with the rigorous scheduling you talked about, it seems I can barely fit everything into one day. Congratulations on becoming a Division 1 swimmer! The level of work that takes has to be incredible.
I love your description of being underwater. I swam laps when I first came to Davidson and was overwhelmed by a new job and two new babies. In the water, I could be alone and even my thoughts quieted down. Taking a swim break between drafts of your essays can be a great way to refresh your perspective!
This is very cool how you have been able to realize your love for the water and be able to have such a passion for your sport!