Overview:
Santa Clara Swim Club was founded in 1951 by George Haines, considered one of the best swim coaches in history. There are no awards or honors that the club has not received during its most distinguished history. From World Records, Olympic Champions, World Champions, Sullivan Awards, Male and Female World and U.S. Swimmer of the Year, the list just does not stop. The yardstick of excellence established at Santa Clara Swim Club is the measure all other clubs face when looking to achieve recognition and greatness. Santa Clara Swim Club has one of the richest traditions in the history of amateur athletics. Swimmers such as Donna de Varona, Don Schollander, Mark Spitz, Chris Von Saltza, and Pablo Morales have trained and competed for Santa Clara. The club has produced 33 Olympic gold medals, 12 silver, and 9 bronze during its proud history. From the days of legendary coach George Haines to its current head coach, John Bitter, Santa Clara has remained committed to developing champions not just in the pool but in all walks of life. Discipline, sportsmanship, hard work, and team involvement are stressed throughout the program. Through the dedication of its swimmers, coaches, and parents, Santa Clara Swim Club carries on this tradition, continuing to contribute to the sport of swimming in the United States. |
