By: Jennifer Jacobs

Everyone has something they are good at. Some people are born with it, while others work at perfecting their skills. Junior Hannah Manger, 3-year member of the NAHS swim team, has been swimming for the past twelve years, and has already managed to break a record or two. Manger is motivated, hardworking, and is determined to make her last years at NAHS count.

Q: How often do you practice?

A:  Every Monday-Saturday weightlifting twice a week.

Q: Have you broken any records?

A: The 200 free relay. (Me, Litkenhous, Lete, Klein)

1:42.3; 10 0 backstroke 59.27

Q: Do you plan on swimming after high school?

A: Yes

Q: Have you decided where you will be swimming after high school?

A: I haven’t made any decisions yet, but I’m looking at a lot of different places.

Q: Do you have any favorite swimmers?

A: Ryan Lochte and Natalie Coughlin

Q: Any recent accomplishments?

A: As a team we got second at Conference.

Q: What’s the hardest part about being a swimmer?

A: I think it’s the long hours of training and there’s not much immediate reward. You can’t have a best time (personal record) every time you swim. Staying motivated is a challenge.

Q: What’s your favorite stroke?

A: I prefer middle distance and stroke such as the 200 IM, 200 butterfly, 200 backstroke, and 200 breaststroke.

Q: How is your season going? What do you expect for next year?

A:  This season has been a test for me physically, after going through physical therapy for my shoulders over the summer. I’m expecting to improve more for next year and prepare for college.