McKeel Swim & Dive Teams

08/18/2026

The wait is over, Wildcats! 🐾🏊‍♀️ Our first meet is tomorrow! Swimmers, please arrive at the pool by 4 PM. Let’s swim fast & cheer loud!

08/14/2026

Save the Date Wildcats!!

Save the Date!! We will be the District Host for the 2026 Season! 🧡🏊🏻‍♀️💙🏊🏻‍♂️

08/09/2026

We are excited to announce the 2026 McKeel Academy Varsity and Junior Varsity Boys and Girls Swim & Dive Teams!

Please join us in congratulating all of our Varsity and Junior Varsity swimmers and divers as they begin another exciting year in the pool!

08/01/2026

🏊 Conditioning Week 🏊

What a great week of conditioning, Wildcats! The hard work, determination, and team energy were on full display as everyone put in the work to prepare for the season ahead.

Now it’s time for the next step…

📍 Tryouts: Monday & Tuesday
📍 Location: Simpson Pool
🕒 Time: 3:00–4:30 PM

Come ready to compete, give your best effort, and show what you’ve got. Be ready!

07/30/2026

📣 Practice Update 📣

Due to today’s weather, practice has been canceled for Thursday, July 30. 🌧️

Stay safe, and we’ll see everyone back in the pool tomorrow. Go Wildcats!

07/24/2026

Its almost go time, McKeel Swimmers & Divers! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️
Pre-season conditioning kicks off Monday.

We will be at Simpson Pool July 27–31 from 3:00–4:30 PM! Team tryouts will follow on August 3 & 4, same time and location.

✅Remember, parking is on the east side of the Tennis Courts like last year.

06/17/2026

📣 Attention McKeel Swimmers & Divers! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️
Get ready! Pre-season conditioning kicks off July 27–31 at Simpson Pool from 3:00–4:30 PM! Team tryouts will follow on August 3 & 4, same time and location.
✅ Important Reminder: Be sure your athletic clearance is complete so you’re ready to hit the water on July 27.

06/17/2026

Congratulations to Bryce Palmer on being named The Ledger’s 2025 Girls Swimmer of the Year and to Coach Roy Wilshire for earning 2025 Boys Swim Coach of the Year!

Both were honored at the Polk County All Sports Awards and Hall of Fame Ceremony last night. What an incredible recognition of their hard work, dedication, and impact in the pool. Proud moment for both the Girls & Boys McKeel Swim & Dive Teams!

12/29/2025

🏊‍♀️🔥 2025 ALL–POLK COUNTY SWIM TEAM HONORS! 🔥🏊‍♂️

The McKeel Wildcats made a huge splash this season and are proudly represented on the All–Polk County Swim Team! Congratulations to our outstanding athletes and coach for their hard work, dedication, and excellence in the pool.

🌟 2025 All–Polk County Selections 🌟
• Bryce Palmer – Polk County Girls Swimmer of the Year 🏆 (2 years in a row!)
• Elin Jonsson
• Lily Jonsson
• Claire Scarborough
• Chance Swinburne
• Ryan Fallaw
• Coach Roy Wilshire – Boys Coach of the Year 👏

👏 Honorable Mentions 👏
Lyla Winstead, Gracie Williamson, Joelle Borglund, Ryleigh Rutherford, Lyla Patterson, Jocelyn Chanthavongsa, Sophie Silveira Lima, Ella Bracken, Tin Dang, Brandon Sadler, Luke Durden, Isaiah Lamb, Bryson Jones, Thomas Phillips

🐾💙 So proud of our Wildcats for representing McKeel and Polk County with excellence, sportsmanship, and heart. Congratulations to all!

📸 credit: The Ledger, Scott Wheeler

11/14/2025

🏊‍♀️ McKeel Swim & Dive 2025 Season Recap 🏊‍♂️
What an incredible year for our Wildcats in the pool!
✅ 12 swimmers qualified for the Class 2A State Championship Meet in Ocala – the largest group in school history!
✅ 7 team records shattered this season!
✅ 6 trophies added to the McKeel trophy case!
This team showed grit, determination, and Wildcat pride every step of the way. Thank you to our athletes, coaches, and families for making this season unforgettable.
McKeel Swim & Dive = Making Waves! 🌊