Name: Madi Weage

Grade: Freshman

Sport: Girls’ Swim and Dive

How long have you been doing swim and dive?

“This is my very first year on the FHC swim and dive team since I’m a freshman, but I’ve been swimming for 4 years on the Grand Rapids RAYS at the Mary Free Bed YMCA.”

What other sports do you play at FHC?

“I only do swimming, but I’m hoping to try out for the musical in the spring.”

What is your best memory from your time doing swim and dive?

“Probably the beach day with the team was really fun, and just getting to know everyone in general.”

What are the strengths of this year’s team?

“That we all care for each other, and we build each other up, and we all have a very special bond and role in the team.”

What are your individual goals for this season?

“In general, I want to get faster, improve, and do better than I did last year.”

What music do you listen to to get fired up for meets?

“On the bus, we bring a speaker and listen to party music, like songs that really pump us up.”

Who is your favorite professional athlete?

“Katie Ledecky, I think, is a really cool swimmer and role model.”

What is your favorite class this year and why?

“I would say choir because it’s really chill and a small group. So it really just feels like a fun hour, and I love singing.”