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Addy Gebhart, a talented swimmer from Marlton, New Jersey, has announced her verbal commitment to join Indiana University’s swimming team in 2027. A standout athlete recognized for her impressive sprinting and versatile swimming abilities, Gebhart has achieved remarkable times throughout her high school career. She is set to enhance the Hoosiers’ sprinting lineup alongside other promising recruits, showcasing her potential at the collegiate level.

Marlton’s Rising Star Swimmer Chooses Indiana University

Exciting news from Marlton, New Jersey, as Addy Gebhart, a sprightly sprint free specialist, has announced her verbal commitment to join the esteemed Indiana University swimming team in the fall of 2027. This junior at Cherokee High School is making waves in the swimming community and seems poised to take her talents to the collegiate level!

A Journey Full of Achievements

Gebhart is no stranger to the water, having honed her skills with the South Jersey Aquatic Club year-round. Her hard work and dedication have made her one of the standout sprinters on SwimSwam’s “Way Too Early” list of top girl recruits for the class of 2027. This recognition is no small feat, considering how competitive the sport is and how many talented athletes are vying for top spots.

In 2025, Gebhart truly shined during the NJISAA Meet of Champions, achieving the impressive 50/100 sprint double with personal bests of 22.84 seconds in the 50 freestyle and 49.85 seconds in the 100 freestyle. Such times put her in a strong position amongst her peers, showcasing her sprinting prowess.

Breaking Records and Setting New Personal Bests

Her performances did not stop there. Just three weeks later at the Middle Atlantic LSC Senior Championships, she wowed the crowd by posting new personal best times of 1:50.17 in the 200 freestyle and 2:08.16 in the 200 Individual Medley. These extraordinary results highlight her versatility in the pool.

As if that wasn’t enough, during the long-course season in June, Gebhart continued to break records with remarkable times: 26.40 seconds in the 50 freestyle, 58.38 seconds in the 100 freestyle, and even impressive performances in the backstroke events, showing her all-around swimming talent.

At the Greensboro Futures meet, Gebhart further improved her times to 26.13 seconds in the 50 freestyle and 56.96 seconds in the 100 freestyle, adding to her collection of new personal bests, including a remarkable 32.03 seconds in the 50 backstroke and 1:05.16 seconds in the 100 fly. Each time seemed to build on the last, boosting her profile as she prepares for the upcoming competitive seasons.

Looking Ahead

As Gebhart gears up for her college experience, she plans to balance her studies while also competing for the Hoosiers at Indiana University. Her commitment is expected to add considerable depth to the team’s already robust sprinting lineup. The Indiana women’s swimming team recently demonstrated their competitive edge, finishing second at the 2025 Big Ten Championships. The bar for performance at such events is high, with qualifying times of 22.55 seconds in the 50 freestyle and 49.60 seconds in the 100 freestyle already set.

She’s not alone in her journey; Gbchart joins promising recruits like Zara Kocak, Bryce Winzenread, and Kate Fetters, representing the Indiana University class of 2031. Together, they look set to make their mark on the collegiate swimming scene.

Farewell, for Now

As she steps into this new stage of her swimming career, Gebhart has expressed immense gratitude towards her coaches, friends, and family for their unwavering support. With her fierce determination and raw talent, it’s clear that Marlton has a shimmering star on the rise ready to make a splash at Indiana University in just a few short years.

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