Phoebe Bacon
Two-time Olympian Phoebe Bacon is moving to UVA Pro Group
Phoebe Bacon, a two-time Olympian, is relocating her training base to Charlottesville, where the University of Virginia program is based. According to her social media post, Bacon is making this move after spending six years at the University of Wisconsin, where she competed collegiately and started her professional career.
Background
Bacon has been a regular representative of the United States in international competitions, including the 2020 and 2024 Olympic Games. At the 2020 Games in Tokyo, she finished fifth in the 200 backstroke, and at the 2024 Games in Paris, she was fourth in the same event, narrowly missing the podium by 0.04 seconds. As reported by Swimming World Magazine, Bacon also won a silver medal in the 200 backstroke at the 2022 World Championships.
New Chapter
In her Instagram post, Bacon expressed gratitude for her time at Wisconsin and the support she received from the coaching staff. She noted that her move to Charlottesville will bring her closer to her hometown in Maryland. Bacon stated, "And just as there is a time for everything in life, it's now time for a new chapter for me," indicating her excitement for this new phase in her career.
UVA Pro Group
Bacon will be joining a talented group of swimmers at UVA, including backstroker Isabelle Stadden, who has achieved excellent results during her time in Virginia. As the second backstroker to move to the program as a pro, Bacon will have the opportunity to train alongside some of the best swimmers in the world. According to Swimming World Magazine, Bacon's move to UVA is a significant development in her career, and she is expected to thrive in her new environment.
Training and Competition
The University of Virginia program is known for producing high-caliber swimmers, and Bacon's decision to join the UVA Pro Group is likely to have a positive impact on her training and competition performance. With her experience and talent, Bacon is expected to make a strong contribution to the team and continue to represent the United States in international competitions. Bacon's Instagram post ended with "Thank you Wisconsin! Forever a Badger," indicating her appreciation for her past experiences while looking forward to her new chapter at UVA.
