By Timothy Firla – Staff Reporter

The Jonathan Law boys swim team officially began its season in early December. Senior Jake Ackley is one of the captains on the team and is helping team members improve their skills. Advocate Staff Reporter Tim Firla interviewed Ackley about his senior year on the team.

Tim Firla: What is your role as a swim captain?

Jake Ackley: Being a captain is mostly the same deal just with a few more responsibilities and making sure everyone gets on the bus.

TF: What are your team goals for the season?

JA: Overall, I think it’s just to improve individually and do our best so we can do well during the season.

TF: What are your individual goals for the season?

JA: Just to improve my stamina and try to swim a long distance event during the season.

TF: What made you join the swim team?

JA: I was always intrigued by it and it sounded like a better alternative to track because at least it was inside. Plus some of my friends were doing it and the coach was Mr. Lui, so win-win.

TF: What are you looking forward to most this year?

JA: I’m looking forward to the Hand meet.