Several foreign-born Fresno State swimmers are quick to verify a common assumption in their sport – The United States with its superior coaching and facilities offers uncommon opportunities for international competitors.This truism is a lure with the power of gold since many overseas swimmers come to the U.S. to advance their Olympic dreams.“There is more access to pools here, and they are better,” said Esme Gullick, who is competing in her fourth year for Fresno State. “Most coaches in the U.K. will work several jobs if they coach, but here, they are more invested.”Ugne Mazutaityte, a sophomore swimmer at Fresno State, said the coaching she gets here is different than what she gets at home.
Across the board the U.S. offers more opportunity for swimmers
