Gavin is a North Carolina native who grew up in Lexington, where he spent much of his time at the pool or on the lake—sparking a lifelong passion for the water. A highly accomplished swimmer, Gavin is a six-time NCHSAA State Champion and a three-time conference champion at UNC Wilmington. With over 16 years of experience as a USA Swimming coach and more than 20 years of teaching swim lessons, Gavin brings a deep knowledge of technique, safety, and athlete development to Brunswick Swim School. He is also the head coach of the BAC Gators, the only year-round competitive swim team in Brunswick County. When he’s not on the pool deck, Gavin enjoys spending time on his boat with his dogs, Bear and Texas Pete, making the most of the coastal lifestyle he now calls home.

Hey! My name is Ava and I grew up in Wisconsin and moved to Southport in 2022. I swam in college for two years and became a swim coach in 2024 for the Brunswick Aquatic Club Gators. I love being around water and sharing my passion for it with other people.

Hi my name is Cade Needham. I’ve been competitively swimming for pretty much my whole life and I’m currently swimming in college for Roanoke College. I’m originally from Southport, but I also lived in Key Largo for 5 years where I swam for Olympic Gold Medalist Jon Olsen. I am currently enrolled as a Junior at Roanoke College and am studying Actuarial Science and Economics-Finance.

Hi! My name is Aley Williams. I have lived on Holden Beach my whole life and love the area. I have swam competitively since I was six in Brunswick County. I now attend UNC Chapel Hill studying Biomedical Engineering and am on the Club Swim Team. Swimming has been such an influential part of my life and I would love to pass that on to many more!