Duke Announces Men’s Swimming and Diving Incoming Class

DURHAM, N.C. – The Duke men's swimming program and head coach Dan Colella announced the addition of seven new Blue Devils in the program's 2020 incoming class.

The group of seven features student-athletes from California, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, Virginia and Hong Kong.

"We are excited with the addition of such a talented group of men," Colella said. "They demonstrated a great level of enthusiasm for Duke University and our program. We are confident that they will be a great fit and an immediate impact next year and we cannot wait for their arrival this fall."

In total, Duke welcomes 17 student-athletes ahead of the 2020-21 season. Learn more about the incoming women's class here.

Take a closer look at the Blue Devils' incoming freshman class:

David Chang
Back – Hong Kong – Millfield School (UK)
Notes: Qualified for British Olympic Trials ... Selected to represent Hong Kong in multiple international age group meets ... Member of Hong Kong National Team ... Top junior finisher in British Winter Championship (25m) in 50m back.
On choosing Duke: "I chose Duke because Duke offers an excellent education alongside a fantastic athletic program. Assisting me to maximize my full potential. It's not easy for me to decide to study in the opposite side of the world, but I am sure this is going to be the best decision in my life. I am extremely excited for the next four years. Go Blue Devils!"

David Chang Duke Swimming

Chang Personal Records:
50 Back SCM/LCM — 24.9/27.7
100 Back SCM/LCM — 54.3/59.0
50 Fly LCM — 25.8
100 Fly SCM — 55.6
100 IM SCM — 56.8

Seamus Harding
Diving – Hillsborough, N.J. – Notre Dame High School – Jersey Dive Academy
Notes: USA Junior Nationals finalist … AAU Nationals Champion on one and three meter and second on platform in 2019 … Placed first in three-meter, second on one-meter and third on platform at 2018 AAU Nationals … Three-time All-America … Three-time New Jersey State Champion … Three-time First Team All-State … Broke the Boys NJ State Championship record each year since freshman year … Member of many clubs: Environmental Club, SHADES Club, Campus Ministry, Student Ambassadors and the Service Learning Program … Honor Roll and High Honor Roll distinction.
On choosing Duke: "I chose Duke because the programs offered here are phenomenal, both academic and athletic. I have never seen a team bond as well as the Duke Swimming and Diving Team. I've wanted to attend Duke since I went to their diving camp about five years ago. I had a great experience with the coaching staff and I learned an insane amount of dives in such a short period of time. When I went on my official trip, the people and the atmosphere made me feel so welcome and I knew that Duke University was going to be my new home."

Seamus Harding

Harding Personal Bests:
1 meter - 508.10 (Regionals 2019)
3 meter - 600.20 (Regionals 2019)
Platform - 432.45 (Nationals 2018)

Luke Johnson
Mid/Sprint Free – Stafford, Va. – Colonial Forge High School – Rappahannock Area YMCA
Notes: NCSA Junior National qualifier … B Finalist in the 50, 100 and 200 free at NCSA … Club Team MVP … Five Club Team records … Four High School records … Placed third in 200 free at states in 2019 … USA Scholastic All-American … National Honor Society … Health Occupations Students of America … AP Scholar.
On choosing Duke: "Duke is the perfect mix of academic reputation, athletic prestige, and personality. When making my choice, the one thing that distinguished Duke from any other university was the image of Duke. It is recognizable, prestigious, and frankly, awesome. The reason I chose Duke is because I am more than excited to become a part of a school that embodies this image."

Luke Johnson

Johnson Personal Records:
50 Free SCY/LCM - 20.6/24.2
100 Free SCY/LCM - 45.1/53.2
200 Free SCY/LCM - 1:38.8/1:54.3
500 Free SCY/LCM - 4:34.9/4:11.8
100 Fly SCY/LCM - 48.9/58.2

Zach McIntyre
Sprint Free – Novato, Ca. – Novato High School
Notes: Summer and Winter Junior Nationals qualifier … All-American … Holds school record in 50, 100, 200 freestyle, 200 medley relay and 200 freestyle relay … Marin Country Athletic League champion in50 and 100 freestyle … California North Coast Section Finalist … Academic All-American.
On Choosing Duke: "I chose Duke because of its great balance of academics and high-level swimming. I'm excited to become part of the Duke family and make relationships in the four years that will last a lifetime. Go Blue Devils!"

Zach McIntyre

McIntyre Personal Records:
50 Free SCY/LCM- 20.4/23.6
100 Free SCY/LCM - 44.9/51.8
200 Free SCY/LCM - 1:39.0/1:53.4
100 Fly SCY/LCM - 50.1/56.7

Andrew O'Brien
Mid-distance free/back/IM – St. Louis, Mo. – Chaminade College Prep School – SCP Tideriders
Notes: U.S. Open qualifier … NCSA A Finalist … Scholastic All-American … Five-time Missouri state finalist.
On choosing Duke: "I chose Duke because of the amazing combination of academics, athletics, and team atmosphere. I felt there was no better school for me to improve in and out of the water. The whole team was so welcoming, and I can't wait to get down to Durham!"

Andrew O'Brien

O'Brien Personal Bests:
200 back SCY/LCM- 1:49.5/2:05.9
100 back SCY/ LCM- 51.3/58.7
200 free SCY/LCM- 1:43.0/1:57.8
400/500 free- 4:06.5/4:38.2
200 I.M SCY/LCM- 1:53.2/2:12.6

Adam Vlasic
Fly—Bloomfield Hills, MI—Cranbrook Schools—OLY Swimming
Notes: US Open and Summer Junior Nationals qualifier in 100 and 200 fly ... 'A' finalist for both events at NCSA Juniors ... State runner-up in 100 fly as a junior ... Selected to USA Swimming Central Zone Select Camp ... Scholastic All-American ... Attended Phillips Academy in Andover, MA for 9th and 10th grades ... Runner-up 100 fly at New England Prep School Championships as a freshman ... Also played water polo and rowed crew for Phillips Academy for both years.
On choosing Duke: "My first time on the Duke campus was for an unofficial visit during my sophomore year when I was just starting to think about colleges and universities that might be a good fit for me. My tour of the engineering school was amazing, and after meeting Coach Colella and his staff, I felt that Duke would be an incredible place to pursue my college career. More than a year went by until I was back on campus for my official visit, and after spending time with members of the team, I knew without a doubt that DSDT will be a great home for me for the next four years. I can't wait to swim as a Blue Devil!"

Adam Vlasic

Vlasic Personal Records:
100 Fly SCY/LCM – 49.9/55.54
200 Fly SCY/LCM - 1:48.5/2:03.56

Zach Wassmer
Distance Free/IM – Richmond, Va. – Mills E. Godwin High School – NOVA of Virginia Aquatics
Notes: NCSA Juniors and Winter Junior Nationals qualifier … Finalist at NCSA Juniors in the 400 IM, 400/500 freestyle … Scored at NCSA Juniors in the 1000 freestyle … Two-time USA Swimming Scholastic All-American … National Merit Semifinalist … AP Scholar … Member of National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, and English Honor Society and officer of Math Honor Society
On choosing Duke: "Growing up as the son of a Duke alum, attending the University has always been a major goal of mine. Duke offers an unmatched blend of outstanding academics, athletics, and opportunities to support the surrounding Durham community, all of which match my drive to achieve excellence while lifting others up. The pride that Duke students share creates an attractive, enjoyable atmosphere, and I can't wait to be a part of that!"

Zach Wassmer

Personal Records:
1000 Free SCY/800 Free LCM – 9:19.7/8:32.5
1650 Free SCY/1500 Free LCM – 15:40.5/16:18.5
500 Free SCY/400 Free LCM – 4:31.7/4:08.9
400 IM SCY/LCM – 4:00.1/4:35.4

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