Chris grew up in Kokomo, Indiana and has dedicated most of his life to the sport of swimming as both an athlete and coach. A former collegiate swimmer at Purdue University, he was an Olympic Trials qualifier in 2008 and an Indiana High School State Champion in 2005.
As a coach, Chris has guided swimmers to Junior National finalist appearances, sectional, Ozark, and team records, as well as Zone and Sectional championship titles. His leadership within the Ozark LSC includes serving as Age Group Chair since 2021, Head Zones Coach since 2021, and Assistant Zones Coach in 2019 and 2020. In recognition of his impact on athlete development, he was named Ozark Developmental Coach of the Year in 2024. Chris is a full-time swim coach for CSP Tideriders.
Chris is married to his wife Jenna, and together they have two daughters, Emma and Quinlynn. Emma and Quinlynn will be joining the Bogey Sharks this year as well. Welcome Etherington Family!
