HANOVER, N.H. — The Dartmouth men's swimming and diving team has added eight members of the Class of 2027 for the 2023-24 season.
"I am very excited for this group of eight young men to arrive on campus this fall," said head coach
Milana Socha. "They've all got drive to perform at the highest level and have big goals, both for themselves and for the program. They will immediately elevate our training groups, team energy, and point scoring capabilities. Big things are in store for these men over the next four years."
Members of the Class of 2027 are listed below in alphabetical order.
Tommy Erwin
Distance/Free/Back
San Antonio, Texas | Alamo Aquatic Association | Winston Churchill High School
Before Dartmouth: Two-time All-American … District and regional champion … Three-time Academic All-American.
Why Dartmouth: "I chose Dartmouth because the minute I stepped on campus I felt extremely welcomed by everyone I met."
David Ji
Breast
Horsham, Pa. | Upper Dublin Aquatic Club | Hatboro-Horsham Senior High School
Before Dartmouth: NISCA All-American … USA Swimming Scholastic All-American.
Why Dartmouth: "I chose Dartmouth because of the prestigious academic and athletic opportunities, it's very welcoming coaching staff and team, and its beautiful campus."
William McClelland
Free/Fly
Barrington, R.I. | Gator Swim Club | Barrington High School
Before Dartmouth: Two-time scholastic All-American … Owns three state records … 2021-22 Rhode Island Male Swimmer of the Year … US Presidential Scholar.
Why Dartmouth: "I chose Dartmouth for its stunning location, welcoming community, and its unbelievable academic opportunities."
Xavier Orlic
Distance Free
Washington, D.C. | Nation's Capital Swim Club | High School
Before Dartmouth: District of Columbia All-State Swim Team in 2022 and 2023 … All-Met Swim Team Honorable Mention in 2022 and 2023 … National Merit Scholar.
Why Dartmouth: "I chose Dartmouth because of the excellent academic and athletic programs, focus on undergraduate education, tight-knit community, and unique location"
Logan Pack
Free/Back/Fly
Katy, Texas | Katy Aquatics | Taylor High School
Before Dartmouth: Five-time All-American … State runner up in the 100 back … School record holder … Academic All-American.
Why Dartmouth: "I chose Dartmouth because of the amazing coaching staff, academic and athletic opportunities, and the community that made me feel at home."
Andy Peterson
Fly/Back
Denver, Colo. | Denver Hilltoppers | Wheat Ridge High School
Before Dartmouth: 2022 state champion in the 100 back … 2021-22 Scholastic All-American … CHSAA Academic All-State First Team … Six-time first-team all-conference … Holds school records in the 100 fly and 100 back.
Why Dartmouth: "It was clear to me that Dartmouth had the best support staff and coaches around its athletes. You can tell that the coaches truly care about their swimmers and that meant a lot to me. It was also quite the bonus that the Dartmouth campus is the prettiest campus I've set foot on."
Ian Stewart
Free/Back
San Antonio, Texas | Alamo Area Aquatic Association | Claudia Taylor Johnson High School
Before Dartmouth: Three-time All-American … Academic All-American … Holds 10 school records.
Why Dartmouth: "I chose Dartmouth because it gave me the opportunity to pursue both my academic and athletic goals with a great team and in a great place."
Reed Wallace
Back/IM/Free
West Des Moines, Iowa | Central Iowa Aquatics | Valley High School
Before Dartmouth: Record holder at Valley High School.
Why Dartmouth: "I chose Dartmouth because of the friendly and inviting culture I witnessed on campus."