HEAD AGE GROUP COACH CATHERINE LEACH

Lead Coach Developmental Gold, Age Group Bronze (elementary) at Mt Trashmore

Coach Cat joined Tide Swimming in 2013 so she has a decade of experience with the team! She was born and raised in Virginia Beach and is a graduate of Old Dominion University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science & Physical Education. Cat has been involved in the local swimming community as both a swimmer and a coach for over 20 years and hopes to continue sharing her passion for the sport for many years to come. Cat has held several roles throughout her tenure with TIDE including Swim School Director, and Head Developmental Coach, and is now in her third year serving as the Head Age Group Coach. She is also actively involved in Virginia Swimming Governance by serving on various committees from year to year. Coach Cat is dedicated to establishing TIDE as a top-tier USA Swimming Age Group program and works tirelessly with coaches, athletes, and parents to uphold our team values and create an empowering culture that provides meaningful experiences through TEAM.