Howard University makes significant strides in athletics and community outreach, particularly through its Division I swim team, the only HBCU team at this level. The team recently won the key to the city of Eatonville, an honor that highlights its remarkable journey in a sport where Black representation is often limited.
Coach Nic Askew reacted with gratitude and enthusiasm after receiving the award. “I am very excited. I am honored to receive the key to the city today. I just want to thank God for all his blessings and everything he’s done for me,” Askew told Morgan Parrish with FOX 5 Washington DC.
Getting Ready for Another Big Leap
The team trains here Rosen Aquatic Center for their upcoming conference championship. Members acknowledged the intense physical and mental training required for success.
The team is grateful for the state-of-the-art facility they currently have at their disposal. This is a resource that many ex-swimmers can only dream of. “As a graduate, I couldn’t be more proud because we didn’t have these opportunities when I was part of the program. Either we didn’t have the opportunity or we didn’t have the funds. Now, with my coaching staff and the amazing support of our family and alumni, we are able to provide these opportunities to be at this wonderful institution,” shared with Coach Askew Parrish.
It is very important for Bison swimmers to represent their heritage and pave the way for future generations. “It’s really special. Bison swimmer Tristan Stevens We want to contribute to the legacy of the people who came here before us and made this possible for us.
Another swimmer, Alana Josey, added, “I love being part of a team that looks like me, goes through the same ups and downs, the same obstacles as me, and it brings us closer together.”
as Howard University‘s swimming team continues to break barriers and set records, demonstrating its representative strength in athletics.
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