KATY Aquatics Team for Youth

07/31/2026

07/31/2026

Congratulations to Dhriti Upadhyaya on an incredible swim at the 2026 TYR Futures Championships in Austin!

At just 14 years old, Dhriti swam a 1:03.25 in the 100-meter backstroke to earn the silver medal and tentatively break the Indian women’s long course national record.

We’re so proud of everything Dhriti has accomplished and can’t wait to see what’s next. Next stop: USA Swimming Junior National Championships in Irvine, California!

Congratulations, Dhriti! 💜🚂🏊‍♀️🇮🇳

04/26/2026

Lauren Cochran’s favorite memory with Katy Aquatics was traveling with the team and celebrating after meets by going out for ice cream or to the water park together.
She really enjoys “the excitement that the team brings at meets and with racing,” and that “the team pushes you to perform your best while still keeping it fun.” She joined Katy Aquatics when she was 11 and now intends to swim at Rice University and study Electrical Engineering. We are all wishing you the best!

04/22/2026

This past weekend, 185 swimmers represented Katy Aquatics at the Aggieland Invitational (April 17–19). What a fantastic way to kick off the long course season—great racing, strong performances, and team spirit all around. Go KATY!

04/20/2026

Riley Potter joined Katy Aquatics at 9 years old and now plans to swim at Texas Christian University, majoring in biology. His favorite memory with the team was the trip to San Antonio and Schlitterbahn. He would want to tell younger swimmers to “enjoy your time while you are younger, and get out of your comfort zone.”
Congratulations Riley!

04/14/2026

Over the weekend, 25 KATY swimmers competed in the Gulf Open Water Zone Qualifying Meet - five qualified for the 2026 Southern Zone Open Water Championships. Congratulations to Forest Dark, Beckett Wernig, Alex Qin, Isabel Cabanzo, and Kirsten Engwall for making the Gulf Team! In two weeks they will take on other LSCs in the Gulf hosted Southern Zone Championship meet - way to represent, Katy Aquatics!

04/12/2026

Holly Finley currently swims for Coach Valerie, and her favorite memory is going to the ice cream shop and getting to know the girls. A message she would give to younger swimmers is “...remember to enjoy your sport. Regardless of the setbacks you may face, or anything that might have you questioning your journey, the best thing to do is shift your focus to the fun.”
Finley is planning on majoring in biology and continuing to swim in college!

04/09/2026

Save the Date for the Katy Aquatics Team Banquet! Friday, May 8th | 4:30–8:30 PM

Race to Andretti’s Karting and Gaming for an evening of food, fun, and celebration as we wrap up another incredible season of goals, commitment, and fast swimming. More than just times and medals, this season has been about building lasting friendships, supporting one another, and growing together as a team.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

04/06/2026

Will Robert Angulo’s favorite memory with Katy Aquatics was his first competition, hearing his teammates call out his name to cheer him on.
If he could give advice to younger swimmers, he would say: “progress is not always loud or fast, but it is always happening if you stay consistent. There will be days when you feel tired, frustrated, or like you are not improving, but those are the days that matter the most. Focus on small details: your technique, your breathing, your mindset because those are what build long-term success. Don’t compare yourself to others; everyone grows at their own pace. Most importantly, enjoy the process.”
Angulo was 13 when he first joined our team and now plans to attend Texas A&M University!