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A native of Reisterstown, Md., McHenry Olmsted enjoyed a sensational collegiate career in Durham, culminating with first team All-America and Tewaaraton Trophy semifinalist honors her senior campaign. A four-year letterwinner, the Roland Park Country School product led the Blue Devils to the 2005 ACC Championship as well as the 2005 NCAA semifinals, the first of four consecutive trips for the Blue Devils.
A two-time All-ACC selection, she was also involved with the United States national team as a member of the U.S. Developmental Team from 2005-06 and the U.S. Elite Team from 2006-07.
McHenry Olmsted rejoins the Blue Devils after spending four seasons as the head coach at Bucknell University. During her tenure, the Bison posted a 20-45 overall record, including a 9-9 mark during the 2009 season. Prior to her time at Bucknell, she served as a graduate assistant coach at Ohio University and as an assistant coach at Davidson.
McHenry Olmsted and her husband, former Duke swimmer Matthew Olmsted, married in June 2011 and currently reside in Chapel Hill.