Under the leadership of head coach Linda Wiginton, the Altus swim program continues to gain ground on the heavy hitters in the state.
“The girls’ team has been doing very well. They are hard workers in the pool and in the classroom. We are blessed to have a group of very sweet girls who strive to do their best in practices and meets. The only downside to this year is we only have eleven girls total,” said coach Wiginton.
Bailey Allemeier is competing in three events and is one of the leaders of this team.
“Bailey is our 500 girl and 200 IM and 200 Free. She really can swim all of the strokes. She consistently makes the top four in her events, even at the big invitationals. She helps drive the girls with her strong work ethic,” said coach Wiginton.
The state swim meet is set for February 16-18 at the Edmond Aquatic Center. Class 5A prelims will start on the 17th at 10:30AM.
VYPE: What are your goals for this season ?
Bailey: My goals for this season are to break the 200 IM record and to place in the top 5 in all my events.
VYPE: What has your sport taught you that you use in your daily life?
Bailey: My sport has taught me how to look at the bigger picture and how to stay focused on the goals I set for myself.
VYPE: Who is your favorite teacher from any grade and why?
Bailey: My favorite teacher is Mr. Garrison because strives to make his classes engaging, fun, and educational.
VYPE: Who inspires you and why?
Bailey: My mother inspires me because she is always there for me and she always has a smile and a kind word.
VYPE: What teammate has left the biggest impression on you and why?
Bailey: The teammate that has left the biggest impression on me is my sister Kylie Allemeier because she constantly pushed me to try my hardest and do my best.
VYPE: What is your favorite part about being on a team?
Bailey: My favorite part of being on a team is all the different people I meet that I now call family. Our team goes through so much but we face it all together and it brings us closer.
VYPE: You can pick any place for a summer vacation, where do you go and who do you take with you?
Bailey: If I could go anywhere for summer vacation I would want to go see Italy with my family.
VYPE: Why are you passionate about your sport?
Bailey: I am passionate about my sport because it has taught me valuable life lessons and has allowed me to meet people that will become lifelong friends.
VYPE: Here is your chance to say hello, goodbye or thank you to anyone you wish.
Bailey: I want to thank my family for always supporting and loving me. I also want to thank my coaches Wig, Michael, and Emily for bringing out the best in me. Finally I want to thank all my teammates for the memories and laughter throughout the years.
