Joanne Fu Gives Verbal Pledge to University of Pennsylvania

Joanne Fu of McLean, Virginia has verbally committed to the application process at the University of Pennsylvania.*

“I chose Penn because I believe it is the best fit for me both in and out of the pool. It’s located in a beautiful, historic area; in addition, the team was incredibly welcoming during my visit. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Coach Mike is so committed to his team and the sport of swimming, and I look forward to training under his guidance.  Forever thankful for my parents, coaches, and friends who have supported me throughout the process. Go Quakers!!”

Fu swims for Nation’s Capital Swim Club under Coach John Flanagan and is a Winter Juniors qualifier in the 100/200 butterfly events. Currently a senior at Langley High School in McLean, Fu is a USA Swimming Scholastic All-American. At the 2016 VHSL 6A State Meet, Fu finished sixth in the 200 IM (2:07.52) and fourth in the 100 fly (56.25). She was a finalist in both the 100 and 200 butterfly events at the 2016 NCSA Summer Swimming Championship this past August.

Her top SCY times are:

• 50 fly – 25.66
• 100 fly – 55.36
• 200 fly – 2:00.22
• 200 breast – 2:14.87
• 200 IM – 2:07.47
• 100 back – 57.85
• 200 back – 2:05.25

*IVY LEAGUE DISCLAIMER: A “verbal commitment” by a coach is not an offer of admission, as only the Admissions Office has that authority. An Ivy League coach can only commit his or her support in the admissions process.

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