Coach Eric Hirsbrunner
Swimming Coach
Half Ironman Finisher
14 year competitive swimmer (4 at the NCAA Division 1 level)
7 years as a Professional Swimming Coach (high school, age group, swim lessons, Masters)

Eric started swimming at the age of 8 and didn't stop living in the pool until graduating from the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay.  During Eric's time at Green Bay he set 4 team records, won two individual Horizon League conference titles and was on one team title to end his swimming career.  Having ran cross-country in high school and a father who has competed in cycling for over 30 years, the transition to triathlons after the finish of his swimming career was easy.  Also upon graduating from college, Eric began his swim coaching career.  Eric's team's accomplishments include:

3 WIAA Division 2 State Titles
Wisconsin State Scoring Record
3 relay State Records
40+ Individual Age Group or High School WI State Champions
50+ YMCA National Qualifiers
16 YMCA National Finalists
5 US Open Qualifiers
1 Olympic Trial Qualifier

On September 11, 2007, Eric was in a cycling accident that changed some things.  He was told he could not swim or do triathlons anymore due to an injury to a his shoulder.  After the concussion symptoms subsided, the skin grew back, and the extensive shoulder surgery and therapy Eric got a new job which allows him to spend more time with his family.  It also allows him to train more! 

Eric is a Sales Representative for a Wisconsin based printed packaging company.  He currently lives in Land O Lakes, FL with his wife Kristen, and daughter Addyson.

Interesting facts about Coach Eric:
Favorite Triathlon Discipline: Biking (yep, not swimming!)
Ultimate Triathlon Goal: Finish Ironman Wisconsin
Favorite Biking Roads: LaCrosse, WI
My TT Bike's name: Blew

Coach Eric can be reached at:

coacheric@tampabaytri-sports.com