Speedo Signs Paralympic Medalist Ahalya Lettenberger

Speedo Indicators Paralympic Medalist Ahalya Lettenberger

American Paralympic silver medalists Ahalya Lettenberger has joined Speedo, the corporate introduced on Wednesday.

Lettenberger, 22, gained silver within the SM7 200 particular person medley on the Tokyo Paralympics in 2021. She’s a three-time World Championship medalist, together with silvers within the S7 400 free in 2019 and 2023. She additionally gained the S8 100 backstroke at age 14 on the Parapan American Video games in 2015.

The native of Glyn Ellen, Illinois, was born with Arthrogryposis Amyoplasia, a situation affecting the muscle tissues in her decrease physique. She began swimming at age 11 as a approach to overcome ache from her situation and began competing at age 12. She lately set an American report within the 200 breaststroke.

She swims on the varsity staff at Rice College, the place she’s a graduate pupil. She was awarded a Marshall Scholarship to check for a 12 months at Loughborough College in the UK after which a 12 months at College Faculty London. She’s pursuing grasp’s levels in sports activities biomechanics and Incapacity, Design and Innovation in these research.

“Becoming a member of Speedo is a dream come true,” Lettenberger stated in a press launch. “Speedo has a wealthy historical past of supporting athletes on the highest stage, and I’m honored to be part of this legacy. I’m excited to put on the perfect swimwear, the Speedo Fastskin, as I proceed my journey in Para Swimming and advocate for inclusivity in sports activities.”

“We’re thrilled to welcome Ahalya Lettenberger to the Speedo household,” Speedo International Senior Vice President Simon Brecken stated. “Ahalya’s journey is nothing in need of inspirational, and her dedication to swimming is a testomony to her energy and resilience. As a model, Speedo is dedicated to supporting athletes who embody the spirit of excellence, and Ahalya really exemplifies that spirit in all the things she does. We look ahead to supporting her as she continues to ‘go full Speedo’ and excel on this planet of Para Swimming.”

From the discharge:

As a part of the Speedo household, Ahalya will showcase the newest developments in swimwear expertise together with the newest version of Speedo’s pioneering Fastskin® LZR® Intent and LZR Valor swimsuits developed by Speedo’s Aqualab® analysis and improvement facility and engineered from Lamoral®️ Area Tech. Using Lamoral’s world-leading experience, the brand new fits characteristic improved hydrophobic qualities, permitting athletes to carry out at peak efficiency on race day. To provide the LZR Intent 2.0 and LZR Valor 2.0, Speedo labored intently with Lamoral, whose authentic coatings have been developed to be used on satellites. Speedo’s dedication to innovation aligns seamlessly with Ahalya’s drive to push boundaries and redefine what is feasible in Para Swimming. Speedo is proud to face beside Ahalya as she embarks on this subsequent chapter of her extraordinary journey, embodying the model’s ethos of innovation, efficiency, and unwavering dedication to success.

— The above press launch was posted by Swimming World together with Speedo. For press releases and promoting inquiries please contact Promoting@SwimmingWorld.com.