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Nine Newcomers Join Women's Swimming and Diving
7/12/2022 1:05:00 PM | Women's Swimming & Diving
MINNEAPOLIS -- The University of Minnesota women's swimming and diving program welcomes nine newcomers for the 2022-23 season. The class will feature eight swimmers and one diver representing two different countries and three states, including three Minnesotans.
"I'm looking forward to welcoming another great class of female student-athletes to Minneapolis," Gopher head coach Kelly Kremer said. "Their versatility and potential should be fun to watch over the coming years."
Top Score:
Platform - 357.45
Prep: Has competed on the international scene for Mexico … has earned a silver medal on the 10m platform at FINA Diving Grand Prix 2018, in the 10m synchronized at the FINA Diving Grand Prix 2015 and again in 2018, the 10m mixed synchronized at the FINA/NVC Diving World Series 2017, and in the mixed 3m and 10m team at the FINA World Championships 2017 … captured bronze at the FINA/NVC Diving World Series 2017 on the 10m platform … also competed at the 2022 FINA World Championships, placing 17th on the platform, eighth in the 10m synchro and 10th in the mixed 3m and 10m synchroÂ
Personal: Parents are Luis Armando Del Angel Garcia and Maria de Jesus Peniche Delgado … has two sisters, Valeria and Vanessa … plans to major in sport management or kinesiology … hobbies include listening to music, reading and swimming
Why Minnesota: "The reason I chose the University of Minnesota was because of its excellent academic and sports level. As an athlete, I seek to grow in these two areas and develop myself in a positive way as a student and as an athlete. I am sure that the University of Minnesota will help me successfully achieve my goals, giving my best in the classroom and in the pool."
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Top Times:
200 Breast - 2:15.20
200 IM - 2:02.46
400 IM - 4:16.91
500 Free - 4:52.90
1000 Free - 10:06.34
Prep: Attended Cedarburg High School where she lettered four times in swimming … state qualifier from 2019-21 … finished second in the 500 free and third in the 200 IM at state in her senior season … 2020 North Shore Conference Co-Swimmer of the Year … two-time USA Swimming Scholastic All-American … member of the High Honor Roll from 2018-22 … National Honor Society member … swam at the club level for Ozaukee Aquatics since 2011 … competed at the Speedo Winter Junior Championships, NCSA Spring Swimming Championships and Futures Championships … finished fifth in the 400 IM at the Futures in the summer of 2021 … placed ninth in the 400 IM at the Winter Juniors in winter of 2021 … club teammates with former Gopher swimmer Nick Plachinski
Personal: Parents are Nancy and Larry Drabot … has two older sisters, Annie and Katie, and an older brother, Joe … sister, Annie, played basketball at Macalester College … sister, Katie, swam at Stanford … brother, Joe, competed in cross country and track and field at Bellarmine … hobbies include singing, baking and photography
Why Minnesota: "I chose the University of Minnesota because of the friendly environment, incredible staff and wide range of academic opportunities."
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Top Times:
100 Breast - 1:02.92
200 Breast - 2:17.40
Prep: Attended Rochester Mayo High School where she graduated with honors … named all-state in 2021 … holds team and pool record in 200 medley relay and school record in 100 breast … served as team captain in 2021 … swam at the club level for Rochester Swim Club since 2009 … competed at U.S. Open, Junior Nationals, Speedo Summer Championships and Speedo Sectionals … finished 15th in the 200 breast at the 2021 U.S. Open and 29th at the 2021 Speedo Summer Championships … holds club records in 100-yard breast, 100m breast, 200-yard breast, 200m breast and 100-yard IM … USA Swimming Scholastic All American … two-time Rochester Swim Club Female Athlete of the Year, two-time captain, and 2022 RSC 2022 Short Course Athlete of the Year
Personal: Parents are Robert Gustafson and Laura Franzen … has one younger brother, Nicklaus … uncle, Mark Gustafson, played hockey at Minnesota State … plans to major in neuroscience … hobbies include world geography, piano, reading, crossword puzzles, and writing for her local newspaper
Why Minnesota: "I chose the University of Minnesota because the school has a prestigious academic program with leading research experience. The swim team has had historical success in breaststroke throughout the years due to the superb coaching and the competitive atmosphere. I was impressed by the athletic facilities, and the team had a very welcoming environment."
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Top Times:
50 Free - 23.39
100 Free - 51.87
100 Back - 55.24
Prep: Attended Stillwater High School where she earned six letters in swimming … three-time all-state honoree … 2020 NISCA All-American in the 100 back … holds true team section meet record in the 100 back
Personal: Parents are Derek and Missy Johns … has two older sisters, Marietta and Annika … sister, Marietta, swam at Gustavus Adolphus, while sister, Annika, is currently on the roster there … plans to major in sociology of law, deviance and criminology … hobbies include traveling, finding new restaurants or coffee shops, and cooking/baking
Why Minnesota: "The amazing coaching staff and welcoming team was one of the main reasons I knew the University of Minnesota was for me. Also being able to be at a beautiful school in my home state and receiving a great education while doing the sport I love with a great group of people."
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Top Times:
100 Back - 54.00
200 Back - 1:58.64
100 Fly - 54.53
200 Fly - 2:00.93
Prep: Attended Sussex Hamilton High School where she earned four letters in swimming … five-time state champion: 200 back and 200m fly as a junior; 200m fly, 100 fly and 200 fly as a freshman … All-American in the 100 back as a senior … all-state as a junior and senior in both the 100 fly and 100 back… earned all-state honorable mention honors in the 100 back as a freshman and sophomore … holds school records in 100 back, 100 fly, 200 medley relay and 400 free relay … three-time Club Scholastic All-American … voted team MVP as a junior and senior … swam at club level for Rocket Aquatics since 2011 … 2021 Olympic Trials Wave I Qualifier … also competed at the 2021 TYR Pro Swim Series, 2020 U.S. Open, Speedo Junior Nationals and NCSA Junior Nationals … finished 12th in the 100 back and 200 back at the 2021 NCSA Junior Nationals, 15th in the 50 fly at the 2019 NCSA Junior National and 28th in the 100 back at the 2021 Olympic Trials Wave I … currently holds or did hold 24 program records across three age groups in short course yards and 19 in long course meters
Personal: Parents are Eric and Linda Johnson … has one younger sister, Taylor … dad, Eric, played baseball all four years and basketball his freshman year at University of St. Francis … mom, Linda, swam at North Central College … plans to major in kinesiology … teaches swim lessons in her free time
Why Minnesota: "I loved the coaches, team atmosphere, and campus. Everyone was so welcoming on my recruiting phone calls and on my official visit. They offer a great kinesiology program, as well. The resources available to the team for both athletics and academics are outstanding."
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Top Times:
100 Fly - 54.81
200 Fly - 2:03.86
100 Back - 56.45
200 Back - 2:00.20
200 IM - 2:01.86
Prep: Attended Preble High School … two-time state champion, winning the 200 IM and 100 Fly as a junior … four-time all-state honoree … two-time Northeast Wisconsin High School Swimmer/Diver of the Year … two-time conference Swimmer of the Year … owns seven school records … also lettered in track and field and academics …class valedictorian … 2022 WIAA Female Scholar Athlete … Member of National Honors Society … swam at the club level for Green Bay YMCA from 2008-21 and for Mid Wisconsin Wave Makers from 2021-22 … competed at Winter Junior Nationals, NCSAs, YMCA Nationals, Speedos sectionals and Central Zones Championships … owns multiple age group and senior records
Personal: Parents are Brock and Heidi Neverman … has two brothers, Kaiser and Mikhail, and one sister, Ivana … brother, Kaiser, is currently a teammate on the men's roster … second cousin, Ryan Connelly, played football at the University of Wisconsin and is a current member of the Minnesota Vikings … plans to major in psychology/neuroscience … hobbies include water sports
Why Minnesota: "I chose the University of Minnesota because of the team atmosphere and drive. It was also a nice distance from my hometown, and I had heard lots of good things. Competing at the Big Ten level has always been a dream of mine. They also have a perfect combination of world class academics and elite athletics."
Top Long Course Times:
200 Fly - 2:33.77
200 IM - 2:39.60
400 Free - 4:51.41
Prep: Member of U.S. Paralympic Team …competed at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, finished fifth in the 200m IM, sixth in the 100m fly and seventh in the 400m free … at the 2022 World Championships, earned a bronze medal in the 400m freestyle and placed fourth in the 200m IM … was a silver medalist in the 200 IM and bronze medalist in the 100 breast at the 2019 Parapan Am Games … homeschooled… member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society … three-time Scholastic All-American … swam at the club level with St. Croix Swim Club since 2014… club teammates with current Gopher Chris Morris
Personal: Parents are Shannon Klint and Tom Schmit … has one brother, Dean, and one sister, Skye … hobbies include reading and spending time with family … born with congenital disarticulation of the right wrist and has no right hand; competes in the S9, SB9, SM9 classification
Why Minnesota: "For the incredible coaches, staff, and team, along with the opportunities available as a para swimmer."
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Top Times:
500 FR - 4:55.97
1650 FR - 16:52.52
100 BR - 1:02.98
200 BR - 2:16.02
200 IM - 2:02.57
400 IM - 4:20.19
Prep: Attended Chicopee Comprehensive High School …All-American in the 100 breast in 2020 … earned all-state honors in 2019 and 2020 … Massachusetts DI State Meet record holder in the 100 breast … two-time state champion in the 100 breast …holds seven school records … Masslive Swimmer of the Year … High-Honor Roll student … National Honor Society Member … swam at the club level for Bluefish Swim Club from 2016-21 … competed at Summer Nationals, US Open, Summer Junior Nationals, Winter Junior Nationals and TYR Pro Series … best finish at the events was ninth place in the 200 breast at the TYR Pro Series … named New England Outstanding Swimmer and New England Top Ten Swimmer in multiple eventsÂ
Personal: Parents are Lisa Brogle and Craig Smith … has one younger sister, Charlotte … cousin, Lindsay Marjanski, competed in track and field at Holy Cross … plans to major in biomedical engineering … hobbies include hiking, biking and anything outdoors
Why Minnesota: "From my very first phone call during the beginning of my recruitment process, I felt an instant connection to the University of Minnesota. Everyone on the staff and team was unbelievably kind, supportive, and positive. The engineering program here was also outstanding, and the location and school size was exactly what I was looking for. The program has a history of bringing swimmers in and helping them improve a ton, and that really stood out to me, as well. When it was time to make a decision, I have never felt so sure about where I felt I belonged."
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Top Times:
50 Free - 23.54
100 Back - 54.44
200 Back - 1:59.45
100 Fly - 54.55
200 Fly - 2:02.99
Prep: Attended Dover-Sherborn High School … All-American as a senior and sophomore in the 100 back … four-time conference and school MVP … won six state titles, including the 100 back and 100 fly as a senior and freshman, and 100 back and 50 free as a sophomore … holds school record in six events … swam at the club level for Charles River Aquatics the last two seasons … competed at Futures and ISCA … won the 100 back at the 2022 ISCA International Senior Cup and 2021 FL RAFC Winter Classic … owner of 10 club records
Personal: Parents are Jeffrey and Sondra Yablonski …has two younger brothers, Nick and Jake … plans to major in kinesiology … hobbies include baking and hikingÂ
Why Minnesota: "The team is very welcoming and I felt like I got along with everyone, including the coaches. Along with how much I love the campus and how close most of the buildings are to the athletic facilities."
"I'm looking forward to welcoming another great class of female student-athletes to Minneapolis," Gopher head coach Kelly Kremer said. "Their versatility and potential should be fun to watch over the coming years."
Vivi Del Angel
Veracruz, Mexico
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Veracruz, Mexico
Top Score:
Platform - 357.45
Prep: Has competed on the international scene for Mexico … has earned a silver medal on the 10m platform at FINA Diving Grand Prix 2018, in the 10m synchronized at the FINA Diving Grand Prix 2015 and again in 2018, the 10m mixed synchronized at the FINA/NVC Diving World Series 2017, and in the mixed 3m and 10m team at the FINA World Championships 2017 … captured bronze at the FINA/NVC Diving World Series 2017 on the 10m platform … also competed at the 2022 FINA World Championships, placing 17th on the platform, eighth in the 10m synchro and 10th in the mixed 3m and 10m synchroÂ
Personal: Parents are Luis Armando Del Angel Garcia and Maria de Jesus Peniche Delgado … has two sisters, Valeria and Vanessa … plans to major in sport management or kinesiology … hobbies include listening to music, reading and swimming
Why Minnesota: "The reason I chose the University of Minnesota was because of its excellent academic and sports level. As an athlete, I seek to grow in these two areas and develop myself in a positive way as a student and as an athlete. I am sure that the University of Minnesota will help me successfully achieve my goals, giving my best in the classroom and in the pool."
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Top Times:
200 Breast - 2:15.20
200 IM - 2:02.46
400 IM - 4:16.91
500 Free - 4:52.90
1000 Free - 10:06.34
Prep: Attended Cedarburg High School where she lettered four times in swimming … state qualifier from 2019-21 … finished second in the 500 free and third in the 200 IM at state in her senior season … 2020 North Shore Conference Co-Swimmer of the Year … two-time USA Swimming Scholastic All-American … member of the High Honor Roll from 2018-22 … National Honor Society member … swam at the club level for Ozaukee Aquatics since 2011 … competed at the Speedo Winter Junior Championships, NCSA Spring Swimming Championships and Futures Championships … finished fifth in the 400 IM at the Futures in the summer of 2021 … placed ninth in the 400 IM at the Winter Juniors in winter of 2021 … club teammates with former Gopher swimmer Nick Plachinski
Personal: Parents are Nancy and Larry Drabot … has two older sisters, Annie and Katie, and an older brother, Joe … sister, Annie, played basketball at Macalester College … sister, Katie, swam at Stanford … brother, Joe, competed in cross country and track and field at Bellarmine … hobbies include singing, baking and photography
Why Minnesota: "I chose the University of Minnesota because of the friendly environment, incredible staff and wide range of academic opportunities."
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Top Times:
100 Breast - 1:02.92
200 Breast - 2:17.40
Prep: Attended Rochester Mayo High School where she graduated with honors … named all-state in 2021 … holds team and pool record in 200 medley relay and school record in 100 breast … served as team captain in 2021 … swam at the club level for Rochester Swim Club since 2009 … competed at U.S. Open, Junior Nationals, Speedo Summer Championships and Speedo Sectionals … finished 15th in the 200 breast at the 2021 U.S. Open and 29th at the 2021 Speedo Summer Championships … holds club records in 100-yard breast, 100m breast, 200-yard breast, 200m breast and 100-yard IM … USA Swimming Scholastic All American … two-time Rochester Swim Club Female Athlete of the Year, two-time captain, and 2022 RSC 2022 Short Course Athlete of the Year
Personal: Parents are Robert Gustafson and Laura Franzen … has one younger brother, Nicklaus … uncle, Mark Gustafson, played hockey at Minnesota State … plans to major in neuroscience … hobbies include world geography, piano, reading, crossword puzzles, and writing for her local newspaper
Why Minnesota: "I chose the University of Minnesota because the school has a prestigious academic program with leading research experience. The swim team has had historical success in breaststroke throughout the years due to the superb coaching and the competitive atmosphere. I was impressed by the athletic facilities, and the team had a very welcoming environment."
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Top Times:
50 Free - 23.39
100 Free - 51.87
100 Back - 55.24
Prep: Attended Stillwater High School where she earned six letters in swimming … three-time all-state honoree … 2020 NISCA All-American in the 100 back … holds true team section meet record in the 100 back
Personal: Parents are Derek and Missy Johns … has two older sisters, Marietta and Annika … sister, Marietta, swam at Gustavus Adolphus, while sister, Annika, is currently on the roster there … plans to major in sociology of law, deviance and criminology … hobbies include traveling, finding new restaurants or coffee shops, and cooking/baking
Why Minnesota: "The amazing coaching staff and welcoming team was one of the main reasons I knew the University of Minnesota was for me. Also being able to be at a beautiful school in my home state and receiving a great education while doing the sport I love with a great group of people."
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Top Times:
100 Back - 54.00
200 Back - 1:58.64
100 Fly - 54.53
200 Fly - 2:00.93
Prep: Attended Sussex Hamilton High School where she earned four letters in swimming … five-time state champion: 200 back and 200m fly as a junior; 200m fly, 100 fly and 200 fly as a freshman … All-American in the 100 back as a senior … all-state as a junior and senior in both the 100 fly and 100 back… earned all-state honorable mention honors in the 100 back as a freshman and sophomore … holds school records in 100 back, 100 fly, 200 medley relay and 400 free relay … three-time Club Scholastic All-American … voted team MVP as a junior and senior … swam at club level for Rocket Aquatics since 2011 … 2021 Olympic Trials Wave I Qualifier … also competed at the 2021 TYR Pro Swim Series, 2020 U.S. Open, Speedo Junior Nationals and NCSA Junior Nationals … finished 12th in the 100 back and 200 back at the 2021 NCSA Junior Nationals, 15th in the 50 fly at the 2019 NCSA Junior National and 28th in the 100 back at the 2021 Olympic Trials Wave I … currently holds or did hold 24 program records across three age groups in short course yards and 19 in long course meters
Personal: Parents are Eric and Linda Johnson … has one younger sister, Taylor … dad, Eric, played baseball all four years and basketball his freshman year at University of St. Francis … mom, Linda, swam at North Central College … plans to major in kinesiology … teaches swim lessons in her free time
Why Minnesota: "I loved the coaches, team atmosphere, and campus. Everyone was so welcoming on my recruiting phone calls and on my official visit. They offer a great kinesiology program, as well. The resources available to the team for both athletics and academics are outstanding."
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Top Times:
100 Fly - 54.81
200 Fly - 2:03.86
100 Back - 56.45
200 Back - 2:00.20
200 IM - 2:01.86
Prep: Attended Preble High School … two-time state champion, winning the 200 IM and 100 Fly as a junior … four-time all-state honoree … two-time Northeast Wisconsin High School Swimmer/Diver of the Year … two-time conference Swimmer of the Year … owns seven school records … also lettered in track and field and academics …class valedictorian … 2022 WIAA Female Scholar Athlete … Member of National Honors Society … swam at the club level for Green Bay YMCA from 2008-21 and for Mid Wisconsin Wave Makers from 2021-22 … competed at Winter Junior Nationals, NCSAs, YMCA Nationals, Speedos sectionals and Central Zones Championships … owns multiple age group and senior records
Personal: Parents are Brock and Heidi Neverman … has two brothers, Kaiser and Mikhail, and one sister, Ivana … brother, Kaiser, is currently a teammate on the men's roster … second cousin, Ryan Connelly, played football at the University of Wisconsin and is a current member of the Minnesota Vikings … plans to major in psychology/neuroscience … hobbies include water sports
Why Minnesota: "I chose the University of Minnesota because of the team atmosphere and drive. It was also a nice distance from my hometown, and I had heard lots of good things. Competing at the Big Ten level has always been a dream of mine. They also have a perfect combination of world class academics and elite athletics."
Summer Schmit
Stillwater, Minn. - St. Croix Swim Club
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Stillwater, Minn. - St. Croix Swim Club
Top Long Course Times:
200 Fly - 2:33.77
200 IM - 2:39.60
400 Free - 4:51.41
Prep: Member of U.S. Paralympic Team …competed at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, finished fifth in the 200m IM, sixth in the 100m fly and seventh in the 400m free … at the 2022 World Championships, earned a bronze medal in the 400m freestyle and placed fourth in the 200m IM … was a silver medalist in the 200 IM and bronze medalist in the 100 breast at the 2019 Parapan Am Games … homeschooled… member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society … three-time Scholastic All-American … swam at the club level with St. Croix Swim Club since 2014… club teammates with current Gopher Chris Morris
Personal: Parents are Shannon Klint and Tom Schmit … has one brother, Dean, and one sister, Skye … hobbies include reading and spending time with family … born with congenital disarticulation of the right wrist and has no right hand; competes in the S9, SB9, SM9 classification
Why Minnesota: "For the incredible coaches, staff, and team, along with the opportunities available as a para swimmer."
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Top Times:
500 FR - 4:55.97
1650 FR - 16:52.52
100 BR - 1:02.98
200 BR - 2:16.02
200 IM - 2:02.57
400 IM - 4:20.19
Prep: Attended Chicopee Comprehensive High School …All-American in the 100 breast in 2020 … earned all-state honors in 2019 and 2020 … Massachusetts DI State Meet record holder in the 100 breast … two-time state champion in the 100 breast …holds seven school records … Masslive Swimmer of the Year … High-Honor Roll student … National Honor Society Member … swam at the club level for Bluefish Swim Club from 2016-21 … competed at Summer Nationals, US Open, Summer Junior Nationals, Winter Junior Nationals and TYR Pro Series … best finish at the events was ninth place in the 200 breast at the TYR Pro Series … named New England Outstanding Swimmer and New England Top Ten Swimmer in multiple eventsÂ
Personal: Parents are Lisa Brogle and Craig Smith … has one younger sister, Charlotte … cousin, Lindsay Marjanski, competed in track and field at Holy Cross … plans to major in biomedical engineering … hobbies include hiking, biking and anything outdoors
Why Minnesota: "From my very first phone call during the beginning of my recruitment process, I felt an instant connection to the University of Minnesota. Everyone on the staff and team was unbelievably kind, supportive, and positive. The engineering program here was also outstanding, and the location and school size was exactly what I was looking for. The program has a history of bringing swimmers in and helping them improve a ton, and that really stood out to me, as well. When it was time to make a decision, I have never felt so sure about where I felt I belonged."
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Top Times:
50 Free - 23.54
100 Back - 54.44
200 Back - 1:59.45
100 Fly - 54.55
200 Fly - 2:02.99
Prep: Attended Dover-Sherborn High School … All-American as a senior and sophomore in the 100 back … four-time conference and school MVP … won six state titles, including the 100 back and 100 fly as a senior and freshman, and 100 back and 50 free as a sophomore … holds school record in six events … swam at the club level for Charles River Aquatics the last two seasons … competed at Futures and ISCA … won the 100 back at the 2022 ISCA International Senior Cup and 2021 FL RAFC Winter Classic … owner of 10 club records
Personal: Parents are Jeffrey and Sondra Yablonski …has two younger brothers, Nick and Jake … plans to major in kinesiology … hobbies include baking and hikingÂ
Why Minnesota: "The team is very welcoming and I felt like I got along with everyone, including the coaches. Along with how much I love the campus and how close most of the buildings are to the athletic facilities."
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