LET THE GAMES BEGIN: Tokyo Olympic Games Blog
Jul 23, 2021 | General
Tulane University swimming head coach Leah Stancil and sophomore Danielle Titus have taken center stage later at the Tokyo Olympic Games, as both individuals represent the Barbados national swim team at the Tokyo Olympic Games. TulaneGreenWave.com is your one stop shop to follow both Greenies, as they take advantage in a once in a lifetime opportunity. We hope you enjoy the Olympic journey of Danielle and Leah.
Danielle and Coach Stancil's journey to Tokyo began on July 12, as the two boarded a plane in New Orleans to make the trip to the Olympic games.
Getting ready for take off. Danielle and Coach Stancil had looooooooong flight to Tokyo, but the trip will be well worth it.
As an athlete and as a coach, there is nothing better than competing for your country in the Olympics. I look forward to coaching a talented group of athletes while proudly representing Barbados in the Olympics.TULANE SWIMMING AND DIVING HEAD COACH LEAH STANCIL
Stancil, who will begin her fourth season as the head coach of the Green Wave, is no stranger to the Olympic scene. The Barbados native is a two-time Olympian and a four-time national record holder for her native country. In three seasons as head coach, Stancil has laid a strong foundation in elevating the Green Wave swimming and diving program, as Tulane student-athletes have made 28 trips to the medal stand at the American Athletic Conference Championships, while 19 individuals have earned all-league honors. In addition, 10 school records have fallen under Stancil's direction.
Titus burst on the collegiate swimming scene as a freshman and made an immediate impact. During the 2020-21 campaign, the Green Wave rookie earned nine winning performances. She closed out the year on a high note as she became Tulane's all-time program record holder in the 100-yard backstroke at the AAC Championships, earning a silver medal with a career-best time of 53.85. Titus also earned medal stand trips in the 200-yard backstroke and the 400-yard medley relay at the AAC Championships.
Upon arriving in Tokyo, both Danielle and Coach Stancil await their COVID-19 test results. Safety first!
Danielle poses for a quick photo with her Barbados teammate Alex Sobers at the team's pre-camp pool.
Scenes from #Tokyo2020. Here’s a look at the training pool for Team Barbados ????. #RollWave pic.twitter.com/LUdi58MNQ9
— Tulane Swim & Dive (@GreenWaveSwim) July 16, 2021
The #Tokyo2020 vibe is in full effect. #RollWave pic.twitter.com/8v0ZTxiDBn
— Tulane Swim & Dive (@GreenWaveSwim) July 20, 2021
From the opening ceremonies in #Tokyo2020 pic.twitter.com/9jwhJiGWsP
— Tulane Swim & Dive (@GreenWaveSwim) July 23, 2021
Hey! We know them!!!
— Tulane Green Wave (@TulaneAthletics) July 24, 2021
Congratulations to our very own @Coach_Stancil and Danielle Titus from the @GreenWaveSwim team for representing Barbados ???? in the #tokyo2020 Olympics.
Best of luck to both!#RollWave pic.twitter.com/ebAj6pSOdO
The Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games will feature a record 33 competitions and 339 events held across 42 competition venues. Click here for a complete event schedule. The Olympic games are set for July 23 – Aug. 8.
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