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Duke University has announced the hiring of Eileen Bringman as the new assistant coach for its swimming and diving program, beginning July 18, 2025. Bringman, who previously served as assistant head coach at Cornell University, brings with her a wealth of experience, having helped break numerous school records during her tenure. Her hiring coincides with a major restructuring of Duke’s coaching staff, aiming to enhance competitiveness in upcoming seasons. The addition of Bringman marks an exciting leap forward for the Blue Devils as they look to improve their performance.

Exciting News from Durham: Duke University Welcomes Eileen Bringman to Swimming and Diving Team

In a thrilling new chapter for the Duke University swimming and diving program, Eileen Bringman has been announced as the new assistant coach, starting July 18, 2025. This decision brings a wave of enthusiasm and opportunity to the Blue Devils as they look to improve their performance in upcoming seasons.

Meet Eileen Bringman

Bringman joins Duke fresh off a remarkable stint as the assistant head coach at Cornell University. During her time there from 2021 to 2025, she played a significant role in shattering 20 school records and pushing the team to achieve an impressive 95 program top 10 performances. Her trajectory in the world of swimming coaching has only been on the up and up, and now, the Blue Devils are keen to harness her expertise.

Moreover, in 2023, Bringman was selected to be a part of the U.S. coaching staff for the World University Games held in the picturesque city of Chengdu, China. This experience undoubtedly adds another feather to her cap and reflects her dedication and skill in the coaching arena.

A Decade of Coaching Excellence

Bringman’s journey in coaching spans over a decade, where she has continually showcased her ability to nurture talent. Before her time at Cornell, she served as the senior assistant coach at Lakeside Aquatic Club in Keller, Texas, where her focus was on coaching elite athletes aged 11-18 in 2021. Her previous role as head coach at Lake Shore Swim Club in Cleveland from 2012 to 2021 saw her expanding the program from a mere 80 to a whopping 200 athletes. Under her watch, the club celebrated its first Olympic Trials and Junior National qualifiers, showcasing her knack for identifying and developing talent.

For her outstanding contributions, she was honored as the Lake Erie Swimming Senior Coach of the Year in 2020. Alongside her club coaching responsibilities, Bringman also served as a high school coach at Fairview High School from 2012 to 2018, where she expanded the team from 11 to 40 athletes, guiding them to multiple state championships and team records.

A Passionate Background in Swimming

Bringman isn’t just a coach; she’s also a former competitive swimmer. While at Pacific University, she set an impressive six program records, primarily shining in the 100 and 200 backstroke. She even took on leadership roles, serving as team captain and president of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. She graduated in 2010 with a degree in exercise science, marking a solid foundation for her coaching career.

Restructuring Duke’s Coaching Staff

Bringman’s hiring is part of a comprehensive restructuring of the Duke swimming and diving program’s coaching staff, which now includes head coach Brian Barnes, along with newly promoted associate head coaches Riley Boulden and Kate Moore, diving coach Nunzio Esposto, and fellow assistants Coleman Stewart and Daniel Graber.

In the recent competitive landscape, the Duke women’s team wrapped up their season ranking 11th out of 15 teams at the ACC Championships, while the men’s team fell just behind at 12th. Although the men’s team did not qualify for the NCAA Championships, the women showcased some talent with junior Kaelyn Gridley stepping up by scoring 26 points in two ‘A’ finals during breaststroke events. The addition of Eileen Bringman is seen as a pivotal move to allow the Blue Devils to amplify their competitive edge going forward.

As the new season looms, excitement is in the air for Duke University’s swimming and diving program, and the future looks incredibly promising with Eileen Bringman on board!

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