COACHING STAFF
Assistant Coach: Nicola Anderson
Experience: Nicola started swimming competitively at the age of 6 in Glasgow,
Scotland. While growing up in America, Nicola swam for Green Mountain Aquatics,
Vermont Area Swim Team, and the Town of Essex Swim Team. Nicola’s two sisters,
Lauren and Rebecca, also swam competitively in Vermont and have coached for
different teams in Vermont. Nicola’s passion for coaching started when she was an
assistant coach for Aqua-X while in high school. At the University in Fairfax, VA,
Nicola was a substitute coach for multiple teams and was able to learn from and
observe many different coaches. Nicola started coaching for the EDGE in September
of 2014 as an assistant coach, working with the Senior Team.
Education: Nicola graduated from George Mason University in 2012 with a B.A. in
Government and International Politics and Conflict Analysis and Resolution.
Qualifications: USA Swimming Certified Coach, American Red Cross
WSI/Lifeguarding/CPR/AED & First Aid.
Hobbies: Nicola is a political junkie and breaking news enthusiast. When Nicola is not
at work, coaching, or following the news she enjoys traveling, being outside in the
sun, reading, cooking, and watching sports.