Swimming & Diving
With access to a large indoor swimming pool and expert coaching staff, cadets receive top-notch training in various strokes and diving techniques. The program's emphasis on discipline has led to impressive results, including consecutive placements at the state level in recent years. This program not only fosters athletic excellence but also instills values of perseverance and sportsmanship essential for success both in and out of the pool. Read more about our team's recent success below.
Tori Webber, Assistant Swimming and Diving Coach
Tori Webber has been the diving coach at MMA since 2021. She has been a swimming and diving instructor for many years. She ensures that all MMA divers learn the rules and different forms of competitive diving.
Colonels Swimming & Diving News
![MMA Cadet Burle swimming in a race in a pool.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763417092/missourimilitaryacademyorg/nr7sw4yusybwx8y7emql/cadet-burle-state-swimming-missouri-military-academy-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763417092/missourimilitaryacademyorg/nr7sw4yusybwx8y7emql/cadet-burle-state-swimming-missouri-military-academy-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763417092/missourimilitaryacademyorg/nr7sw4yusybwx8y7emql/cadet-burle-state-swimming-missouri-military-academy-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763417092/missourimilitaryacademyorg/nr7sw4yusybwx8y7emql/cadet-burle-state-swimming-missouri-military-academy-1.jpg","width":1200}])
Missouri Military Academy sophomore Cadet Trey Burle from Mexico, Missouri, completed an impressive season with two top-15 finishes at the MSHSAA Class 1 State Swimming Championships, earning personal records in both of his events — the 200-yard individual medley and the 100-yard breaststroke.
![Missouri Military Academy Swimmers Finish in State Top 20, Fall 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733832431/missourimilitaryacademyorg/wd9xkkf2k7dcbwrflohw/241115-16StateSwimMeetHiRobinson-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733832431/missourimilitaryacademyorg/wd9xkkf2k7dcbwrflohw/241115-16StateSwimMeetHiRobinson-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733832431/missourimilitaryacademyorg/wd9xkkf2k7dcbwrflohw/241115-16StateSwimMeetHiRobinson-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733832431/missourimilitaryacademyorg/wd9xkkf2k7dcbwrflohw/241115-16StateSwimMeetHiRobinson-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733832431/missourimilitaryacademyorg/wd9xkkf2k7dcbwrflohw/241115-16StateSwimMeetHiRobinson-1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733832431/missourimilitaryacademyorg/wd9xkkf2k7dcbwrflohw/241115-16StateSwimMeetHiRobinson-1.jpg","width":1800}])
The MMA swim team made an impressive splash at the state championships, with a standout performance in individual freestyle leading to a 14th-place finish. The team also excelled in the 200-yard freestyle relay, achieving a top-15 finish. The relay squad demonstrated remarkable teamwork, dedication, and perseverance, reflecting their rigorous preparation and commitment to excellence.
![Missouri Military Academy Swimmers Qualify for 2024 MSHSAA State Finals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731431278/missourimilitaryacademyorg/thfsyuqpkb3kyu88kz5x/2411-missouri-military-academy-state-swimming-qualifiers-6.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731431278/missourimilitaryacademyorg/thfsyuqpkb3kyu88kz5x/2411-missouri-military-academy-state-swimming-qualifiers-6.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731431278/missourimilitaryacademyorg/thfsyuqpkb3kyu88kz5x/2411-missouri-military-academy-state-swimming-qualifiers-6.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731431278/missourimilitaryacademyorg/thfsyuqpkb3kyu88kz5x/2411-missouri-military-academy-state-swimming-qualifiers-6.jpg","width":1200}])
Eight Missouri Military Academy cadets have qualified for the MSHAA State Finals in four swimming events. The 2024 state championships will take place Thursday, Nov. 14 through Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Rec Plex in St. Peters, where our cadets will compete for state titles.
![Triumph in the Waves: MMA’s Swim Season Recap]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701467789/missourimilitaryacademyorg/effvidgghete3obkdiqs/Pereira.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701467789/missourimilitaryacademyorg/effvidgghete3obkdiqs/Pereira.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701467789/missourimilitaryacademyorg/effvidgghete3obkdiqs/Pereira.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701467789/missourimilitaryacademyorg/effvidgghete3obkdiqs/Pereira.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1701467789/missourimilitaryacademyorg/effvidgghete3obkdiqs/Pereira.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701467789/missourimilitaryacademyorg/effvidgghete3obkdiqs/Pereira.jpg","width":2048}])
As the swim season for the Missouri Military Academy Colonels draws to a close, cadets reflect on an extraordinary journey marked by resilience, growth and unforgettable moments. Their stellar performance is underscored by their achievement of securing 18th place out of 58 teams overall at the 2023 MSHAA Boys State-Class 1 championship.
![Missouri Military Academy Cadet Ruas Deluca receives a president's coin for excellence from President Geraci.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1669066457/missourimilitaryacademyorg/bn0tskk2usceg0rpuvzz/SwimTeamState-4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1669066457/missourimilitaryacademyorg/bn0tskk2usceg0rpuvzz/SwimTeamState-4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1669066457/missourimilitaryacademyorg/bn0tskk2usceg0rpuvzz/SwimTeamState-4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1669066457/missourimilitaryacademyorg/bn0tskk2usceg0rpuvzz/SwimTeamState-4.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1669066457/missourimilitaryacademyorg/bn0tskk2usceg0rpuvzz/SwimTeamState-4.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1669066457/missourimilitaryacademyorg/bn0tskk2usceg0rpuvzz/SwimTeamState-4.jpg","width":2048}])
Missouri Military Academy cadet-athletes enjoyed top competitive seasons during the 2022-23 athletic year. Listed below, 15 cadets qualified individually or as part of a team for Missouri State High School Activities Association competition at the state level.
Nov. 11 and 12, for the first time in MMA history, the Colonels swim team competed at the State swim competition in St. Louis, Missouri.
Visit the Missouri State High School Activities Association web site to view a calendar with MMA athletic events. For any past events, click on the date to view results in the sidebar.