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Second Town Hall meeting set for June 21
The US Professional Diving Coaches Association will host a virtual Town Hall focused on junior diving on June 21 at 7 p.m. est. Sean McCarthy, the head coach of the Indiana International School of Diving’s IUPUI Elite Club will be the featured speaker. McCarthy is a member and past chair of USA Diving’s Committee for Competitive Excellence. McCarthy will provide insights on changes coming to the junior diving circuit and the future of junior diving in the United States.
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Legendary Tennessee diving coach Parrington announces retirement after 35 seasons
Dave Parrington, the longest-tenured coach at the University of Tennessee, retires as the most decorated diving coach in SEC history.
“To all the divers over the years, dating back to our first squad who set the tone for what was to come, through all the ups—of which there were many—and downs over the years, I express a monstrous token of gratitude,” Parrington said. “I’ll miss being on deck with you but will always cherish the friendships and look forward to watching you flourish with the groundwork we worked so hard day in and day out. Just remember to ‘Let it Fly!’