February 19, 2006

 

 

The 2006 state meet brought us some outstanding swims and competition. This year's meet produced 26 automatic All-American times and 14 All-American consideration times. The state had two individuals that were double winners. Steve Brus of Davenport North won the 200 and 500 Free. Nick Cordes of Cedar Falls won the 50 Free and 100 Back. These two young men shared the State Athlete of the Year honor; winning two individual titles and having both victories qualify for automatic All-American status.

 

Cedar Falls defended their team title winning with a total of 257.5 points. Cedar Rapids Washington was second with 164.5 points, followed by West Des Moines Valley in third with 128 points. Congratulations go to Coaches Dana Peiffer of Cedar Falls and Chris Cruise of Cedar Rapids Washington and their staffs on being named State Coaching Staff of the Year.

 

Our thanks also go to the staff of the Marshalltown YMCA, Mr. Tim Bell – MHS Athletic Director, and the many volunteers in Marshalltown that helped to put on an outstanding state meet.

 

The IHSSCA would also like to thank Alan Beste. Alan has served tirelessly for swimming in our state for 15 years. Alan will be turning over the swimming reins to Todd Tharp next season. Alan has been an outstanding advocate of swimming for our young men. He has worked tremendously hard for our sport and done his best for swimming at every turn. Please take the time to thank Alan and wish him well.

 

 

 

Mike Loupee

 

President - IHSSCA