A Dozen AquaBombers Named to GCL All-Star Teams 
 

Just days after an impressive runner-up finish at the 2025 State Championship in Canton, the St. Xavier Swim & Dive program is riding high with even more accolades! Several AquaBombers have earned well-deserved spots on the prestigious GCL All-Star Teams, with a total of twelve athletes receiving honors for their outstanding performances. And the excitement doesn't stop there—Head Coach Dave Albert has been named Coach of the Year, a testament to his leadership and dedication.

A huge congratulations to the entire team for their hard work, commitment, and relentless pursuit of excellence! These achievements are proof of their passion both in and out of the pool.

Want to see the full list of honorees? Click here: https://gcls.gclsports.com/swAwards.aspx?sat=4

COACH OF THE YEAR
Dave Albert 

FIRST TEAM
200 Yard Medley Relay: 
Owen Gee 
Cole Smith 
Sam DeMarco 
Andrew Clippard 

50 Yard Freestyle: 
Sam DeMarco 

1 Meter Diving: 
Joshua Garza 

100 Yard Butterfly: 
Alex Nixon 

100 Yard Freestyle: 
Sam DeMarco 

200 Yard Freestyle Relay: 
Jonathan Naylor 
Brandon Hylton 
Alex Nixon 
Sam DeMarco 

100 Yard Backstroke: 
Owen Gee 

400 Freestyle Relay: 
Aidan Smith 
Andrew Clippard 
Gino Eckert 
Alex Nixon 

SECOND TEAM
200 Yard Freestyle: 
Gino Eckert 

200 IM: 
Owen Gee 

1 Meter Diving: 
Andrew Policastro 

100 Yard Butterfly: 
Hendrix Cross 

100 Yard Freestyle: 
Brandon Hylton 

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