IRSC tables vote to cut historic swim, dive dynasty
Indian River State College delayed a vote on cutting its historic swim program as supporters fight to save it.
Okeechobee — A historic swim and dive dynasty at Indian River State College (IRSC) appears to be in jeopardy after the school's board of trustees tabled a vote to eliminate the programs. Current and former swimmers, along with supporters, filled the Williamson Conference Center Auditorium during the Oct. 27 meeting, expressing their concerns about the decision.
IRSC President Dr. Tim Moore and Athletic Director Scott Kimmerman were asked to provide a financial report and community input before the next board meeting on Nov. 17. The program's administration has deemed the current model unsustainable, citing a $4.9 million athletic budget and $13,000 in donations over three years. However, supporters argue that the swim and dive teams, with 52 and 48 consecutive NJCAA national championships respectively, benefit IRSC and should be preserved to prevent childhood drowning and maintain excellence in the state.
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