Katie Harnish – Head Wallygator Coach
Coach Katie has been with the Wallingford swim team since 2017. She started swimming at 4 years old in the Delco league at Hilltop Swim Club. From there Katie has swam on numerous teams such as the Suburban Sea Hawks, the Lansdown Marlins, and for Cardinal O’Hara High School. In college Katie swim for Widener University. Her favorite events are backstroke and sprint free style. “Summer swimming is so important for so many reasons. Besides the obvious importance of water safety, summer swimming offers the perfect combination of fun and competition. We focus on camaraderie, technique, and leadership. I love nothing more than seeing those light switch moments where all of the hard work pays off for swimmers. It makes all of the time, practices, and sore muscles worth it!
Gwyn Thomas – JV Coach
Hi! My name is Gwyn Thomas! I just finished up my junior year of college at Elon University studying business analytics and human resources. I’ve been swimming since I was 7 years old and started right here at Wallingford! I’ve been coaching for about 3 years and last year I was at Springhaven as the head coach. I’m thrilled to be joining the coaching staff at Wallingford as your JV coach this summer!
Lila Hill – Little Gators Coach
Hi, my name is Lila Hill. I am a 2024 graduate of Strath Haven High School. I’ve been swimming with the Wallygators since 2016 and before that Hidden Hollow. In the winter I swim for Strath Haven High School and previously with the Ridley Rays. I am also in the band front of the Strath Haven Marching Band. Last summer I was a lifeguard and taught swim lessons here at WSARC. My favorite subjects in school are science and art. I love to draw, read and spend time at the beach. Looking forward to a fun summer !
Maya Putty – Assistant Little Gators Coach
Hi! My names Maya Putty and I’m a rising junior at Strath Haven High School. This is my eighth year as a Wallygator, and my first year as a little gators coach. Along with Wallingford, I swim in the winter for Strath Haven and also for Ridley Rays. I love swimming breast stroke and of course cheering at meets. Outside of swim, I love to listen to music and hang out with my friends and my family. I’m so excited for this summer, and I can’t wait for such a fun season!!
Kelly Montegue – Assistant Little Gators Coach
Hi, my name is Kelly and I will be a senior at Strath Haven in the fall. While this is my first year coaching, I’ve been on the team since I was 10. I swim on the school team as well as playing soccer. Other than athletics, I’m a lifeguard and a photographer and love to read and hang out with my friends. Can’t wait for a great summer!!