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John Hargis

John Hargis

Director of Swimming

About Me:

John Hargis is an accomplished coach, educator, and 1996 Olympic gold medalist who brings elite competitive experience and decades of collegiate coaching leadership to his work with student-athletes. A member of the U.S. 4x100-meter medley relay team that won gold at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games, he went on to build a distinguished college coaching career at some of the top swimming programs in the country. His career reflects a commitment to developing athletes who excel not only in competition but also in the classroom and in life, combining Olympic-caliber training with proven program-building leadership.

Experience

  • University of Pittsburgh – Head Swimming Coach, 2016 - 2022
  • Auburn University – Associate Head Swimming Coach, 2013–2016
  • Pennsylvania State University – Head Swimming Coach, 2008–2013