One 2026 NELMSC Appreciation Award Recipient is Chris Carpino.
Since taking over as the coach of the Kingsbury Club Masters swim team in 2016, Chris’s ability to create an environment that is welcoming, motivating, and inclusive for swimmers of all levels is, in part, what has created such a profound impact. What was once a small group, of fewer than ten swimmers, has grown into a vibrant and engaged team of more than fifty active members. Chris leads by example and actively participates in meets alongside the team which reinforces a culture of commitment and camaraderie.