Before NMU: A 2006 graduate of Lincoln-East High School.  Lettered three times.  Team Sectionals winners in 2004.  Named top ten in 17-18 age group for Joliet Jets YMCA Swim Team.  Also played water polo.

2006-07:  Placed second in 1000 Freestyle at GLIAC Championships.  Placed in 800 Freestyle Relay at GLIAC Championships.  Swam personal best time in 500 Freestyle at Ashland Invite.