Li Strikes Gold at WACC Championship

Simon Li, a junior on the Castro Valley High School Swim Team, took gold in two individual events and one relay team event last month. His dedication and hard work have made him one of the fastest swimmers in the East Bay.

At the highly competitive WACC Championship meet on April 26, Li demonstrated his prowess by winning the 50-meter and 100-meter freestyle stroke races in personal best times. His exceptional performance didn't stop there. He anchored the 200-meter freestyle relay with a thrilling come-from-behind victory, leading Castro Valley to win the championship. Simon's outstanding achievements were recognized as he was named the meet's outstanding swimmer.

Li’s wins qualified him for the North Coast Sectionals in the 50-meter freestyle and 100-meter backstroke, and he was a member of the 200-meter freestyle relay.

At NCS, Simon finished the 50-meter freestyle in a very fast time and placed 6th. That time also qualified him for the state meet, which is the culmination of the California high school swim season and will be quite exciting. Also, at NCS, Simon swam backstroke on the 200-medley relay, which placed 9th, and his time in the 100-meter backstroke was good enough for 12th place.

Simon says he will swim for Castro Valley next year, giving him a chance to get faster and lead Castro Valley High to another WACC championship.