SWIM AND DIVE

The Enumclaw boys are posting top times in the pool as the season is ready to get under way – a very good sign.

The Hornets swim and dive team include a impressive group of athletes that will make a mark this season.

Coach Jesse Nitz is looking at a group of likely state competitors.

"We graduated a very talented group of seniors last year, however, our returning swimmers have come back ready to fill their shoes," Nitz wrote in an email. "There have already been several lifetime bests in practice, which has gotten everyone really excited to compete. There is so much potential in this young team. I fully expect to continue our winning ways and likely have several swimmers in the finals at the state championships."

Senior Brandon Vick is the captain and Nitz said, "He holds the school record in the 500 yard free at 4 minutes, 57.05 seconds. (He is) a returning state qualifier, very hard worker and natural leader."

Sophomore Ethan Horan is a top competitor in sprints and a returning state qualifier. Nitz said Horan is packed with potential.

Sophomore Nathan March is a backstroke specialist and Nitz said his hard work and "attention to technique have yielded huge time drops."

Reuben Madewell, a junior, gives the Hornets a double threat as both a diver and swimmer.

"A very good racer," Nitz said. "If the race is close he can be counted on to touch first."