Upper Valley Aquatic Center appoints new head swim coach

Kevin Blum

Kevin Blum, former associate coach of the men's and women's swimming and diving teams at the University of Hawaii, has joined the Upper Valley Aquatic Center as men's swim coach.

During his time at Hawaii, Blum helped lead both the men’s and women’s teams to Mountain Pacific Sports Federation championships. Blum's collegiate coaching experience also includes two years as assistant swimming coach at Boston College, where he co-led Alex Sobers to the Tokyo Olympic Games.

"We are thrilled to welcome Kevin Blum to the UVAC family," said UVAC Executive Director Joe Major. "Kevin's extensive coaching background, his proven ability to develop top-tier athletes and his passion for swimming align perfectly with our mission to foster excellence in aquatics. We are confident that Kevin will lead our swim team to new heights."

Blum is a graduate of California State University, Northridge, where he was a Division I swimmer.