Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.
Hebrews 12:1
Overall Runnerup - BOYS Division
DIS Boys Team
Every race was a chance to push myself and represent DIS with pride. But what meant the most was knowing my teammates were there cheering me on — we all gave our best.
Michael Junior Chen (G11L)
🏊 Making Waves, Achieving Greatness
24 Swimmers, One Team, Endless Pride
26-27 September 2025
The air was filled with excitement, the sound of splashing water echoed across the pool, and cheers from teammates and supporters filled the stands as the Dominican International School swimmers took their marks. Twenty-four dedicated athletes proudly represented DIS at the Middle School and High School Swimming Meet, held on September 26–27, 2025. The two-day event gathered young talents from various schools, all determined to give their best in every race.
For the DIS swimmers, it was more than just about speed or medals — it was about courage, teamwork, and the shared joy of striving together toward excellence. With every dive, stroke, and finish, they embodied the Dominican values of perseverance, confidence, and care.
Under the guidance of Coach Sean Wang and the support of Team Manager Ms. Vivian Lin, the DIS swimmers competed with heart, courage, and resilience. Their efforts paid off with an impressive collection of medals across various events, and the team proudly earned the Overall Runner-Up in the Boys Division.
Outstanding Performances
Girls Division (MS & HS)
- Keira Hu (G6C), Winnie Leu (G7J), Aiko Leu (G8C), Christina Yan (G8A)
- 🥉 Bronze Medal – 200M Freestyle Relay
- Sofie Lin (G8C) and Kailey Chiang (G8A)
- 🥈 Silver – 400M Freestyle Relay
- 🥉 Bronze – 200M Medley Relay
- Kayla Yang (G8C)
- 🥇 Gold – 100M Individual Medley
- 🥈 Silver – 400M Freestyle Relay
- 🥈 Silver – 200M Freestyle
- 🥉 Bronze – 100M Freestyle
- 🥉 Bronze – 200M Medley Relay
- Doris Tsai (G10P)
- 🥈 Silver – 400M Freestyle Relay
- 🥉 Bronze – 200M Medley Relay
Boys Division (MS & HS)
- Brandon Jing-An Yu (G9RL), Sean Lin (G9RL), Damien Yeh (G8A), Aaron Yeh (G9RP)
- 🥉 Bronze Medal – 200M Medley Relay
- Trystyn Kordula (G11L)
- 🥈 Silver – 200M Freestyle Relay
- Ayden Cheng Ho Chuen (G11L) and Cheng-Yu “Marcus” Chung (G11A)
- 🥇 Gold – 200M Medley Relay
- 🥇 Gold – 400M Freestyle Relay
- 🥈 Silver – 400M Freestyle Relay
- Kiernyn Kordula (G7J)
- 🥇 Gold – 100M Individual Medley
- 🥇 Gold – 200M Relay
- 🥇 Gold – 400M Freestyle Relay
- 🥈 Silver – 400M Freestyle Relay
- Michael Junior Chen (G11L)
- 🥇 Gold – 100M Individual Medley
- 🥇 Gold – 200M Individual Medley
- 🥇 Gold – 100M Backstroke
- 🥇 Gold – 200M Breaststroke
- 🥇 Gold – 200M Medley Relay
- 🥇 Gold – 400M Freestyle Relay
- 🥈 Silver – 50M Freestyle
- 🥈 Silver – 100M Breaststroke
- 🥈 Silver – 200M Freestyle Relay
🌟 A Standout Performance
Among the many remarkable swimmers, Michael Junior Chen (G11L) delivered an extraordinary performance that captured everyone’s attention. With six gold medals and three silver medals, Michael’s consistency, power, and precision in the pool set him apart as one of the meet’s most outstanding athletes. Reflecting on his achievement, he shared, “Every race was a chance to push myself and represent DIS with pride. But what meant the most was knowing my teammates were there cheering me on — we all gave our best.”
His humility and dedication embody the true spirit of sportsmanship and the Dominican values of excellence and teamwork.
💪 A Team Effort
Beyond the medals, the meet highlighted the unity and perseverance of the DIS swim team — from the cheers on the sidelines to the high-fives after every race. Each athlete contributed to the team’s success through their discipline, sportsmanship, and love for the sport.
Special thanks to Directress/Principal Sr. Jacqueline C. Manuel, OP, Vice Principal Sr. Rosa Dabhi, CCV, and Athletics Director Dr. John Nguyen for their unwavering support and encouragement.
With every dive, turn, and finish, our swimmers embodied the Dominican spirit — striving for excellence while inspiring others through confidence, care, and teamwork.
