Alabama Swimming Hires Olympic Bronze Medalist Catie DeLoof as a New Assistant Coach [Video]

US National Team member and Olympic bronze medalist Catie DeLoof has been added to the swimming & diving coaching staff at the University of Alabama, where she’ll coach alongside her former foe Margo Geer, who is the program’s head coach.

Neither DeLoof nor a representative for the University of Alabama responded for information about whether DeLoof was retiring as an athlete, and DeLoof has not made any announcement on her social media channels.

“Catie is an exceptional addition to our coaching staff,” Geer said. “Her extensive experience in high-level competition, combined with her dedication and enthusiasm will undoubtedly make a positive impact on our program. Catie’s passion for teaching the sport and developing skill and character has been evident from the beginning of this process. She is a great fit for this role, and we are thrilled to welcome her to the Tide!”

Geer and DeLoof swam similar events during their competitive careers. At the 2019 U.S. Open, which was Geer’s …