I attended Cherry Creek High School and graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in Recreation and Tourism.
I have technically been part of the Dam West Dolphins since 1994 when my family first moved to the neighborhood. My siblings and I continued swimming on the team all the way through the 2010s era. I began coaching in 2021.
My favorite swim event was the 100 Butterfly.
Outside of summer swim team, I am a year-round swim coach with Denver Swim Academy at Regis High School. I also enjoy substitute teaching in my free time and work as a travel agent specializing in Disney destinations.
I am also a proud mom to three boys — Barrett, Declan, and Graham — and they are all official Dolphins this year! 
My favorite part about summer swim team is being outside, building community, and simply having fun all summer long!
Favorite concession stand item: Santiago’s breakfast burritos
I’m 17 years old and attend Smoky Hill High School. I have been swimming with the Dam West Dolphins for about 8–9 years. My favorite strokes are freestyle and backstroke. My favorite part about summer swim team is hanging out with all of my friends and coaching the younger age groups in something I’m passionate about. Outside of swim team, I play soccer and flag football at school.
Favorite concession stand snacks: Starbursts and bagels
Hello! My name is Lea Thompson and this is my 5th year of swimming and my 4th year on Dam West. I’ve swam for MACS for 4 years and went out of state for Arizona Meets these past two summers.
My hobbies are piano or really playing any musical instrument and drawing. I’m in orchestra, DECA, and I’m learning Japanese and participated in a competition called the Japan cup where students from all over Colorado and Wyoming can participate and placed 4th overall. I’m hoping to go to college out of the country for architecture as my major, but to also learn graphic design, interior design/decorating, and things like that.
I have worked with people of all ages when it comes to swimming and have babysat in the past. I love meeting more amazing people and can’t wait to coach the kids and for everyone to succeed!!
I will be in 11th grade at Overland High School in the fall. I have been swimming with the Dam West Dolphins for 12 years and joined the team when I was 4 years old! My favorite stroke is breaststroke. My favorite part about summer swim team is making new connections with younger swimmers and getting to see all of my friends on the team each summer. Outside of swim team, I am involved in soccer and choir.
Favorite concession stand item: Breakfast burritos
I am 15 years old and going into my sophomore year at Smoky Hill High School. I have been swimming with the Dam West Dolphins for 7 years. My favorite stroke is freestyle. My favorite part about summer swim team is watching the kids I coach grow and improve their swimming, and I also love the sense of community the team brings. Outside of swim team, I work as a lifeguard and participate in clubs and activities at school.
Favorite concession stand snack: Push Pops
I attend Overland High School and will be a Senior in the fall. I have been swimming with the Dam West Dolphins for 3 years. My favorite stroke is breaststroke. My favorite part about summer swim team is getting to know the kids and playing water polo. Outside of swim team, I enjoy photography, martial arts, and lifeguarding.
Favorite concession stand item: Breakfast burritos
I am 19 years old and a freshman at Colorado State University. I swam with the Dolphins for 8 years. My favorite events are the 50 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle, 100 Butterfly, and 100 Backstroke. My favorite part about summer swim team is meeting so many different kids and watching them improve their swimming throughout the season. Outside of swim team, I participate in the CSU Swim Club and enjoy listening to music.
Favorite concession stand item: Hot Dog
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