Washington, D.C. — May 3, 2025 —
George Washington University has announced the promotion of Kyrylo Shvets to Associate Head Coach, marking a significant development in the men’s and women’s swimming and diving program. This promotion recognizes Shvets’ hard work and dedication. The news comes as the Revolutionaries aim to continue their dominance in the atlantic 10 Conference.Shvets’ new role is expected to further enhance the team’s performance going forward.
Kyrylo Shvets Elevated to Associate Head Coach at George Washington University
May 3, 2025
Revolutionaries’ Rising Star: Shvets’ Impact
George Washington University (GW) has announced the promotion of Kyrylo Shvets to Associate Head Coach for Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving. This promotion recognizes Shvets’ important contributions over his two seasons with the Revolutionaries, during which the team has maintained its position at the top of the Atlantic 10 (A-10) Conference.
Did You know?
The A-10 Conference comprises 15 institutions, primarily located in the Northeastern United states, and sponsors 21 championship sports.
A Legacy of achievement
- A-10 Dominance: Shvets has coached the Buff & Blue to four A-10 Championships.
- individual Victories: GW swimmers have secured 27 individual victories at the A-10 Championships under Shvets’ guidance.
- Record-Breaking Performances: 27 new swimming records have been set in the last two seasons.
- NCAA Representation: In 2024, GW sent its largest-ever contingent of three student-athletes to the NCAA Championships.
- All-American Recognition: Shvets helped produce GW’s third-ever College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) All-American, Djurdje matic.
Voices of the Program
I’m incredibly grateful for the chance to serve in this new role at GW. This program has a strong tradition of excellence, and I’m excited to continue building on that with our incredible student-athletes and staff. We have big goals ahead, and I’m fully committed to helping this team reach its highest potential – in the pool, in the classroom and as a program united.
Kyrylo Shvets, Associate Head Coach
Kyrylo has been an essential part of the GW swimming and diving program. Without Kyrylo, my first year at GW would have been challenging. This promotion is a result of the dedication and hard work he has put into our program!
Chico Rego, Head coach
Shvets’ Journey
Originally from Kharkiv, Ukraine, Shvets earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Sports Management from the University of the Incarnate Word. As a swimmer for Incarnate Word, he distinguished himself as a multi-time Conference champion.
Pro Tip
A strong background in sports management, combined with competitive swimming experience, provides a solid foundation for coaching excellence.
Before joining GW,Shvets served as a volunteer assistant coach at Incarnate word from 2018 to 2022,later becoming a full-time assistant in January 2023. He also coached club swimming for streamline Aquatics from 2018 to 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Kyrylo Shvets’ new role?
- Associate Head Coach of Men’s and women’s Swimming & Diving at George Washington University.
- When did Shvets join GW?
- Two seasons ago.
- What accomplishments has Shvets achieved at GW?
- Coached the team to four A-10 Championships, helped secure 27 individual victories at the A-10 Championships, and oversaw the setting of 27 new swimming records.
