NAME: Emily Slabe
SCHOOL: Ursuline Academy
SPORT(S): Swimming
GRADUATING YEAR: 2014
GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT: 2012 Olympic Trials qualifier
BIRTHDATE: 5/30/96
HEIGHT/WEIGHT: 5'7"-140 lbs.
RESIDENCE: Liberty Township
PARENTS: Tom & Gretchen
BIGGEST INFLUENCE: "My parents."
FUTURE GOAL: Final at Olympic Trials

A 4-year varsity competitor for Ursuline Academy, senior Emily Slabe is an All-American swimmer and is the reigning GGCL Swimmer of the Year.

Emily so far has 6 Ohio state championships, including 2 individual titles in the 100 backstroke, 3 titles in relay events and 1 overall team state championship last season. Her 53.74 in the 100 backstroke at the Ohio championships set a state final meet record. She also holds state records as part of 3 relay teams.

She has been named Swimmer of the Year at the Ohio state championships twice, and has been named all-GGCL 3 straight years. An Olympic Trial qualifier in 2 events (100 and 200 backstroke), Emily also is a 3-time YMCA national champion. She has committed to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

A National Honor Society student who is active in community service, her favorite athlete is Elizabeth Beisel, favorite entertainer is Mila Kunis and most-like-to-meet is Natalie Coughlin.

COACH'S QUOTE – "Emily brings an incredible work ethic and positive attitude to the pool every day. She is a great competitor with a strong desire to succeed."
— Brad Isham, Swimming Coach

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