Brody Burns (10)

How long have you been swimming?

“10 years, I think.”

Is this your first time going to State?

“Yeah, it’s my first time going to State.”

How did you do at Region?

“Prelims I added time on everything and then in finals I PR’d.”

What did you compete in?

“The 50 freestyle and the 100 breaststroke.”

Can you describe your experience at Region prelims?

“I expected it to be like district because it’s at the New Caney pool. I expected it to be fun.”

What did you expect going into Region finals?

“My expectations for finals were to leave it all in the pool. I didn’t know if I was going to make it to State or not so my season was on the line.”

What was your initial reaction when you find out you’re going to State?

“I was with all my friends. I was at my friend’s house. And then I got the text that made State and then we all celebrated.”

What are your expectations for State?

“If I do swim, that will be for the 200 free really, but it’s still up in the air. And then I expect it to be very fun. Because the gang will be there.”

What is your favorite memory from this past season?

“Probably, senior night. It was fun hanging out with my friends.”