Gretchen Walsh – World-record holder. Kate Douglass – Olympic Champion. Alex Walsh – Olympic Medalist. Claire Curzan – American-record holder. The list could go on, and these athletes could be accompanied by other descriptors. The common theme? Each has elevated her status under the guidance of the University of Virginia staff, helmed by Head Coach Todd DeSorbo and Senior Associate Head Coach Tyler Fenwick.
An argument can be made that the gathering of female stars in Charlottesville – pro group and college squad – is as good as it gets in the sport. On a daily basis, over all strokes and distances, the UVA environment is a breeding ground for massive success. So, when Italian standout Sara Curtis was seeking a home for her collegiate career, it made sense to consider that star-laden locale on the East Coast of the United States.
