Swimming and Diving Announces Hiring of Kat Mueller

Swimming and Diving Announces Hiring of Kat Mueller

May 6, 2026 | Women's Swimming and Diving

NEW ORLEANS - The Tulane University swimming and diving program, under the direction of head coach Amanda Caldwell, announced the hiring of Kat Mueller as the program's Assistant Swimming Coach.

"Kat is a tremendous addition to our program and someone who immediately elevates the standard of what we do every day," Coach Caldwell expressed in excitement. "As a former student-athlete at Purdue University, she understands exactly what our women are navigating and brings a level of relatability and credibility that builds instant trust.

Her experience at Marshall reflects her ability to develop athletes, improve performance, and contribute to a strong team culture. Kat has a sharp understanding of training, race execution, and how to communicate in a way that drives both accountability and confidence.

She is a true Wave Maker who meets student-athletes where they are and moves them forward. I'm excited for the impact she will have on our swimmers and the continued rise of our program."

Mueller joined the Green Wave after being at Marshall University. She began in 2024 as Assistant Swim Coach, after graduating from Purdue in 2023 while being co-captain of their swim & dive program. She holds a bachelor's of arts in Social Studies Teacher Education.

Marshall finished the 2025-26 season with a 4-1 record under Mueller's assistance. The team finished out their year at the American Championship Finals with athlete Elyse Wood setting a program record and winning sliver in the 100 Freestyle.

"I am incredibly grateful and excited for the opportunity to join the Swim and Dive staff at Tulane University. The program's commitment to excellence on and off the pool deck is something I deeply admire," Mueller explained enthusiastically. "I would like to sincerely thank Athletic Director David Harris and Head Coach Amanda Caldwell for their trust in me. I look forward to contributing to the continued success of the program and the Tulane community at large."

Tulane's swimming and diving program had another strong season in finishing fifth overall at the 2026 American Conference Swimming Championships with 905.50 points. The program totaled an event victory and five medal winners in the competition. Lise Coetzee won the 200 free and placed second in the 500 free. Varvara Gkiouzepa Petropoulou was the runner-up in the 200 butterfly. Eliza Lennox took third in the 100 free. The 800 relay team of Coetzee, Andrea Zeebe, Phoebe Johnson, and Rafaela Sumida placed third. Diver Libby Brewer was named the league's Freshman Diver of the Year. Brewer also qualified and competed at the 2026 NCAA Zone D Championships. The program saw 11 qualify to compete at the CSCAA National Invitational Championships in Danielle Barberie, Lise Coetzee, Nicole Fant, Paula Gaya Bisquerra, Varvara Gkiouzepa Petropoulou, Ebba Holgersson, Phoebe Johnson, Mary Kate Kupsky, Eliza Lennox, Gwen Shahboz, and Marin Shimkus.

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