About
Our Mission
Our mission is to fill those gaps which understandably occur in a large group setting allowing us to customize our attention catered to the individual's needs. No five second spacing, no circle patterns, no crowed lanes. Working with your coach's input is paramount for the most productive experience.
COACHES
Our coaches are here to focus on those specific skills in need of the most attention.
Dru Dunworth
Swim Coach
Dru has been around competitive swimming his whole life with a coaching career that started in the 80’s and continues today. His legendary father, Jack Dunworth, was his swim coach throughout his pre-college years. While at Auburn University and the University of Texas, Dru qualified for the NCAA’s under legendary coach, Eddie Reese. Eddie describes Dru as a “One Man Swim Clinic”. Dru’s command of all four strokes and the fundamental understanding of each allows him to evaluate each swimmer and communicate opportunities to achieve maximum efficiency. Dru’s success as an Independent business man spans 30 years having started several successful companies and is currently involved with two startups.
Randy Teeters
Swim Coach
Randy Teeters has coached all levels from learn to swim, recreational, high school, NCAA and has more than 25 years experience as a USA Swimming Coach. He has coached numerous USA Top 10 Age Group swimmers, NCSA, JR. National qualifiers and finalists, USA Swimming National qualifiers, as well as Olympic Trials Qualifiers. Randy was Head Coach for Sun Oaks Aquatics Racing, a small team of 70 year round swimmers, and 150 summer swimmers to several Top 3 finishes at the Sierra Nevada LSC Championships between 2004-2015. Randy was a coach at Oakland University for three seasons, two for Coach Peter Hovland’s men's squad, including their last NCAA Division II Title in 1997, and one for Coach Tracy Huth as women’s assistant before moving to California in 1999. He served as Senior Vice Chair for South Texas Swimming 2020-2021. Randy is married to Alice Teeters and they have three swimmers in the family. Stefen, 16, Victor, 15, and Ruby Rose, 12. Randy enjoys playing guitar, and listening to music of all types. He loves outdoor play. Fishing, camping and hiking are his favorites.
Chuck McClune
Swim Coach
Chuck McClune is entering his 43rd year of coaching where he has helped coach three different age group programs to 21 State Championships, the last eight have been here in Texas with Nitro Swimming. His success coaching High School All-Americans in Michigan led to an invitation to run the Distance Program at Oakland University, where in his first year he coached Doug Allen to become NCAA II National Champion three times. Coach McClune believes to find a swimmer’s best stroke you must ask the right questions.
Shannon Dunworth
Swim Coach
National High School Coach of the Year (2012) , Shannon Dunworth’s coaching resume spans over 35 years earning state and national recognition while working with swimmers of all levels. His respect for the sport developed under Olympic coaches Ray Buzzard of Tennessee and Mark Schubert ‘s Mission Viejo Nadadodres, knowledge of the game while sharing coaching responsibilities with swimming giant Rowdy Gaines and University of Texas legend Eddy Reese, and the gift of coaching from his father, Jack Dunworth.
College Recruiting Consulting
Jeri Moss Shanteau
Jeri (Moss) Shanteau, a distinguished former Auburn University student-athlete, boasts a remarkable athletic career highlighted by her impressive achievements as an 11-time NCAA All-American, 3-time NCAA Champion, and 3-time SEC Champion. Additionally, Jeri holds the prestigious title of a 2005 World Championship Silver Medalist. Her exceptional talent and dedication were further showcased through her two-time semi-finalist positions at the 2004 Olympic Trials and her silver and bronze medal wins at the 2005 US Nationals. In 2006 after their National Championship win, Jeri had the honor of representing Auburn University while meeting President Bush at The White House in recognition of this remarkable achievement.
With a profound understanding of the collegiate sports landscape cultivated over two decades, Jeri possesses a wealth of knowledge and invaluable experience crucial for guiding aspiring student-athletes through the intricate realm of college recruitment. Jeri is dedicated to equipping athletes with the essential tools and strategies needed to navigate the multifaceted recruiting process effectively. Her primary objective is to match athletes with the educational institution that best aligns with their athletic, academic, and personal aspirations. Jeri's comprehensive guidance includes establishing a tailored timeline, setting realistic goals, conducting thorough research on prospective schools, honing effective communication skills with coaches, preparing for official visits, navigating the intricacies of scholarship and financial aid, and advocating on behalf of the athlete through personalized phone calls and emails.
Recognizing the daunting and stressful nature of the college recruiting journey, Jeri is committed to streamlining the process and ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for every athlete she assists.
Contact Jeri via the form below. Expect a response within 48 hours.
Testimonials
We work with swimmers of all ages and ability levels to help maximize their potential.
"Shannon is an extraordinary coach to whom I credit my athletic accomplishments, work ethic, and attitude towards challenges. During my formative high school years, Shannon pushed me in order to show what great effort can achieve and from that I found success in swimming, a scholarship to a Division I University, and a mentor that I still thank today for all my successes. Additionally, Dru has personally shown me compassion by taking me into his home for an entire summer and supported me while I trained to make my collegiate swimming dreams come true."
—Nikki Barczak, UNC
"Our daughter, Katie Minnich has been working with Shannon Dunworth for four years. Shannon has helped Katie uncover her potential, enabling her to compete at the highest level. Because of his coaching she is a stronger athlete, both technically and mentally. He has created a path for her continuous improvement as a swimmer, and Katie has recently committed to swim at the University of Michigan. Shannon Dunworth has a logical and intelligent approach to training. His tremendous knowledge of this grueling sport and support helped Katie achieve her goals."
—Toni Minnich
"We had the great fortune of having two our our kids train under the tutelage of Shannon Dunworth. The end result, both kids went on to NCAA Division I swim programs earning 75% of their total cost of attendance paid for in scholarships. Shannon's a legend in the state of Michigan – Texas is lucky to have him!"
—Jim Small, Associate Vice President at the University of Notre Dame