Patrick Garrett Named Head Coach Of Centenary Swimming Programs
Patrick Garrett has been named the head coach of the Centenary men's and women's swimming programs, Director of Athletics and Recreation David Orr announced.
Shreveport –Patrick Garrett has been named the head coach of the Centenary men's and women's swimming programs, Director of Athletics and Recreation David Orr announced.
Garrett, a Shreveport native, replaces Tom Radam who was at the helm for the last three seasons. Garrett assisted the Ladies and Gents this past season in a volunteer role.
"Centenary Athletics is excited to have Patrick Garrett lead the Centenary Men's and Women's Swim programs," said Orr.
"Patrick joins us after a short stint as the volunteer Swim coach for both programs. Patrick's work rate and professionalism are of high quality and I look forward to seeing his leadership in action."
Garrett was the previous owner/operator of the Swim School in Shreveport from 2019-23. He is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin University and a decorated veteran having served in the United Stated Navy.
"I am honored to have the privilege to coach such an outstanding group of swimmers," said Garrett. I am looking forward to seeing them meet the apex of their abilities in the pool through hard work, determination and a no-quit attitude"
The Gents finished fourth at the SCAC Championships this past February and earned 292 points as they recorded their best finish in the event since also finishing fourth in 2021. The Ladies placed sixth and tallied 265 points at the SCAC Championships as sophomore Hannah Waddell (Shreveport, La.) highlighted Centenary's efforts by placing second in the 100-yard breaststroke championship final as she swam a time of 1:07.25. She also broke her own school record in the 200-yard breaststroke as she swam a time of 2:24.28 in the prelims and finished third in the championship final (2:24.59).
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