NEW COMMIT: Emory University has scored a verbal commitment for the 2020-21 season and beyond from William Kerscher of Denver, Colo.
Kerscher does his club swimming with Highlands Ranch Aquatics and earned 100% best times at Des Moines Futures this past summer after placing 14th in the 50m free at Colorado LCM Seniors. Last winter, he notched a pair of lifetime bests at Phoenix Sectionals where he finaled in three events.
Also competing for Regis Jesuit High School where he is the team captain, Kerscher is a four-time Colorado 5A State Championship finalist. He finished seventh in both the 100 free and 200 IM as a junior while taking eighth in the 200 IM and 13th in the 100 breast during his sophomore season.
He told Swimming World:
“I am so proud and excited to announce my verbal commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at Emory University. Go Eagles!”
His best times include:
- 200 IM – 1:54.66
- 400 IM – 4:08.13
- 200 breast – 2:09.66
- 50 free – 21.76
- 100 free – 46.98
Kerscher will be a valuable addition to the Eagles’ lineup when he arrives on campus as a member of the class of 2024. He has consistently made improvements each season and his best times are already in scoring range at the UAA Championships.
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