Ingrid makes waves in and out of the classroom

Ingrid competed at the Swimming WA State championships, taking home gold in the 1500m and 400m event, and silver in the 800m and 200m freestyle events. In the same year, she set two personal bests in the 100m and 1500m events. She was also a four-time finalist at the Australian Age and MC Age Championships in the Gold Coast.

The key to managing her busy schedule? Consistency.

“By sticking to the same schedule every week, I didn’t have to worry about prioritizing one over the other. It taught me to be efficient with my time and focus on quality over quantity.”

The Bunbury Catholic College alumna credits her parents and her close-knit community for their unwavering support and encouragement, which inspired her to always give her best.

“My mum and dad have always encouraged me to do things I enjoy. Their support motivates me to achieve my goals.

“Without the support of Bunbury Catholic College, my parents, friends, and the swimming community, I would have struggled to excel in both academics and swimming,” she acknowledged.

Swimming has also played a crucial role in improving Ingrid’s mental health.

“I studied better after swimming, as it cleared my mind and improved my focus.”

Outside of swimming, Ingrid enjoys playing the piano, reading, baking, and spending time with her cat, Boots. She continued her weekly piano lessons throughout her ATAR year and discovered her love for Chopin’s nocturnes and the book “A Gentleman in Moscow” by Amor Towles.

Looking to the future, the University of Western Australia medicine student’s advice to fellow students is simple: stick to a consistent schedule.

“Doing the same thing at the same time each day helps manage your time efficiently and ensures a balance between school and other commitments.”