By Hayden Swope

Maize South swimmer Camille Keeler has overcome ups and downs for such a critical sport. Even with barriers, Keeler has proved herself to be one of the best.

“As a year-round club swimmer for the Neptune’s, I’ve continued to stay active in my training and look forward to this high school season,” Keeler said. “I’m super hard working and love pushing myself, however over the past few months I have faced some challenges with my training and overall progression. It’s been frustrating to see my times rise when I’m putting in so much work and commitment into the sport I love, but having communication with my coaches and support from my teammates I’ve continued to push through those walls.”

After placing at the state meet last season, Keeler is looking to have her best season yet and continue to break records and times.

“Swimming is a super demanding sport and I am learning how to balance all aspects of it,” Keeler said. “Mental and physical health are super important. Despite these obstacles I hope to have a great high school season and still aim high for my goals to break more school records for my team while competing again at state.”

Not only are the goals big for swim, but Keeler keeps a high ambition list outside of the water as well.

“I’m still debating whether I want to swim in college as well as where I want to go, however I have my eyes set on Aviation and have a huge passion for going down a route of Aeronautics or Aerospace Engineering,” Keeler said.