Potsdam Sports Information Department
POTSDAM, N.Y. - Potsdam Interim Director of Athletics Mark Misiak has named Chris Carlini '16 interim head coach of the Bears swimming and diving programs for the 2020-21 season.
"I'm thrilled that Chris has accepted our offer to take charge of our swimming and diving programs," said Misiak. "Having been a loyal assistant, he's been able to cultivate a strong relationship with the current team members. I'm sure he will thrive in his new role."
For the last three seasons, Carlini has served as Potsdam's assistant coach. During that time, he has helped Potsdam swimmers to eight records and two all-conference honors. He has also coached with Northern Tribs, the third USA club he has experience with. Prior to returning to Potsdam, Carlini was an assistant coach with the Union Aquatics Club in the Binghamton area. He also coached several summer camps run through Maine-Endwell Aquatics. During his time at Maine-Endwell, Carlini assisted with modified coaching for both boys and girls. He has extensive swim lesson experience for all ages throughout high school and college.
As a student-athlete, Carlini swam the breaststroke for the Bears for four seasons. He served as captain during his junior and senior campaigns. Prior to attending Potsdam, Carlini was a Section IV Class B Champion in the 200 Medley Relay and the 100 Breaststroke at Maine-Endwell High School. He qualified for states in the 200 Medley Relay and held his school record in the same event. Carlini was also Maine-Endwell's pool record holder in the 100 Breaststroke.
Carlini earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Potsdam in 2016. He completed his master's in management from the College in 2019.