On Tuesday afternoon, Boston College athletic director Blake James announced that the university is hiring 12-time Olympic medalist Dara Torres to be the next head Swimming & Diving coach at BC.
I am thrilled to welcome @DaraTorres to the @BCEagles family. We are elevating the Heights to new heights. #BCSwimming pic.twitter.com/WnvpAzbOCr
— Blake James (@BCBlakeJames) June 18, 2024
Torres is a superstar in the swimming community, having represented the United States in five different Olympic Games (1984, 1988, 1992, 2000 and 2008) and winning four gold, four silver, and four bronze medals in a variety of races.