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More than
a swim team

Our foundation
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V
Vision

Our vision extends beyond the pool. We aim to develop resilient, kind, and ambitious athletes while fostering a supportive community for families and staff. We are more than a team—we are one family.

Vision Statement · Brookside Hurricanes
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Mission

Our mission is to build a community rooted in growth, kindness, and ambition—where every member feels supported and inspired to pursue their potential.

Mission Statement · Brookside Hurricanes
Core values
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Kindness

We strive to treat each other with respect, understanding, and empathy. Our team is a safe place where everyone feels valued and supported.

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Communication

We value clear and open communication. We believe that effective teamwork thrives on honest, direct, and constructive dialogues.

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Ambition

We promote a culture of ambition, motivating our swimmers and staff to set high goals and work diligently towards achieving them.

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Community

We’re more than teammates; we’re a family, united by trust, support, and shared purpose.

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Growth

We believe in the continuous pursuit of personal and professional growth, instilling this value in both our swimmers and our staff. We encourage an environment of learning, curiosity, and exploration.

Coaching philosophy

Athlete first

Times matter. Wins matter. But the person behind the swimmer matters more. We coach the whole kid, their confidence, their resilience, their ability to handle pressure and bounce back from disappointment. Those are the skills that follow them everywhere.

High standards, high support

We believe in holding athletes to high standards while making sure they feel supported every step of the way. We don’t lower the bar to protect feelings, and we don’t raise it without giving swimmers the tools to reach it. High expectations, paired with genuine care, create the kind of growth that lasts far beyond the pool.

Staff who lead by example

Coaching starts with example. Our coaches are held to the same standard we set for our athletes: show up on time, come prepared, communicate clearly, work hard, and treat people well. If we expect swimmers to rise to a standard, we must be willing to model it first.

Our history
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The Brookside Hurricanes took shape in 2008, growing out of the foundation of an existing summer swim team and carrying that spirit forward under a new name and identity. What started as a neighborhood summer league program in Warrenton, Virginia, continued with a simple belief: summer swimming could be more than just a seasonal activity.

Over many seasons, the program has grown into one of the most consistent teams in the Prince William Swim League, helping develop more than 1,000 athletes and launching more than forty coaching journeys. Many of our current coaches once swam for the Hurricanes themselves, a cycle of growth that speaks to what the program has always been about.

The name may have changed, and the program has grown, but the heart of it has remained the same: building more than swimmers.

Est.
2008

Warrenton, VA

Prince William League
Seasons
19+

Summers together

And counting
Athletes
1k+

Lives impacted

Growing every season
Coaches
44+

Coaching journeys

Staff alumni network
Coaching staff
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Senior Lead Coaches

Senior Lead

Coach Allegra

6th year coach

Now in her 6th year with the team, Allegra is our longest-tenured coach and one of the most experienced voices on deck. She brings patience, care, enthusiasm, and steady leadership to every practice, setting the example for both swimmers and coaches around her.

Works with:

15-18s 13-14s 11–12s 9–10s 8 & Unders

Senior Lead

Coach Hannah

3rd year coach

Now in her 3rd year with the team, Hannah is stepping into a larger role this summer and brings tremendous energy, compassion, and care to the pool deck. She has a gift for connecting with younger swimmers, helping them feel valued as people while also encouraging them to grow as athletes.

Works with:

15-18s 13-14s 11–12s 9–10s 8 & Unders
Lead Coaches
Lead Coach

Coach Arden

3rd year coach

Arden brings a positive, encouraging energy to the pool deck every day. As she enters her 3rd summer with the team, she continues to be a familiar and trusted coach for our younger swimmers

Works with:

11–12s 9–10s 8 & Unders
Lead Coach

Coach Harper

3rd year coach

Harper brings high energy, initiative, and confidence to the pool deck. His patience and steady presence make him someone athletes quickly trust, and he consistently shows how much he wants the best for every swimmer.

Works with:

11–12s 9–10s 8 & Unders
Lead Coach

Coach Sean

3 years · Lead Coach

Sean brings consistency, focus, and leadership to every practice. He challenges swimmers to push beyond what they think they are capable of while making sure their progress, effort, and personal bests are recognized and celebrated.

Works with:

11–12s 9–10s 8 & Unders
Assistant & Volunteer Coaches
Assistant Coach

Coach Chris

2nd year coach

Chris brings great energy, care, and determination to the pool deck. He is dependable, attentive, and deeply invested in the swimmers he works with—always looking for ways to help them improve and believe in themselves.

Works with:

11–12s 9–10s 8 & Unders
Assistant Coach

Coach Mary Claire

2nd year coach

Mary Claire is in her 2nd year with the team, she brings warmth, encouragement, and endless patience to every practice. She has a selfless, team-first approach and helps every swimmer feel capable, supported, and valued.

Works with:

11–12s 9–10s 8 & Unders
Volunteer Coach

Coach Annellee

1st year coach

Annellee is beginning her coaching journey this season with a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference. She is a welcome addition to our staff and coaching family.

Volunteer Coach

Coach Sophia

1st year coach

Sophia is currently only a part of our Spring program, and we’re excited about the possibility of her stepping into a larger role soon. Her steady positivity, willingness to help, and compassionate nature make her a wonderful presence around the team.

Volunteer Coach

Coach Aslesha

1st year coach

Aslesha is entering her first summer on coaching staff, she brings a thoughtful and attentive presence to the pool deck. Her willingness to listen, learn, and connect gives her a strong foundation to grow into an impactful coach.

Volunteer Coach

Coach Grace

1st year coach

Grace is entering her first summer on coaching staff, she brings a warmth and genuine excitement that athletes naturally respond to. Swimmers gravitate toward her positive energy, and that is one of the most valuable qualities a coach can have.