Brendon McGhee Head Coach

Brendon is in his fourth year as a coach for Wood, his second as head coach. Brendon swam for the team from 2002 thru 2006. He has coached at the Hatboro YMCA and Tri-Hampton YMCA before joining our team. He currently runs the McGhee Funeral home in Southampton. Brendon is bringing new and exciting ideas to the table while keeping the traditions we have had in the past.

Charlie Stillwell Assistant Coach

This is will be Charlie's 27th year as coach of the Archbishop Wood Boys and Girls swim team. Charlie was and assistant coach with Wood in 1996 before taking over as head coach and was an assistant coach with the Wood girls team in 1984 and 1985. He is semi-retired and helping as an assistant coach for his second year. His swimming career began as a freshman where he swam for Archbishop Wood, making All-Catholic his last three years on the team, where he was a Co-Captain his Senior year. He went on the swim in college at the University of Maryland where he set school records in the 100 Breaststroke and 400 Medley Relay his Junior year. Charlie currently works in the computer industry as a system administrator. He continues his swimming career by partipating US Masters meets and swimming almost everyday.

Kim Higginson Assistant Coach

Kim is in her seventh year as a coach for Wood this year and brings a wealth of experience. Kim has a masters in education and teaches at Nativity of Our Lord. Kim has been coaching for over 10 years and was head coach for Archbishop Carroll High School for 2 years. Kim is also a Lifeguard Instructor. Kim has two future Wood swimmers creating havoc and joy at home!

 

Ian Mee Assistant Coach

 

Ian is in his seventh year as an assistant coach. Ian swam for Wood and graduated in 2011. He graduated from Temple with a degree in Physical Therapy where he swam for the Temple club swim team. Ian brings a very enthaustic attitude to our team. Ian recently received his Docturate degree at University of the Sciences and is now working as a Physical Therapist. Ian stays in shape by running and competes in marathon races.

 

 

Angie Nurek Assistant Coach

This will be Angie's 15th year coaching and third after coming after a 5 year hiatus. Angie swam for Wood in High School and graduated in 2002. Angie went to Temple University and graduated with a teaching degree. Angie is into crafting creating many unique gifts.