Rotarian of the Day, George Glover, (right) presented a program at the Feb 26th meeting that focused on the American Energy Swim Club. This club was established as the Oklahoma City Swim Club in 1959, and since then has been the Kerr McGee Swim Club, The Chespeake Energy Swim Club, then under Aubry McClendon's foundation, became the American Energy Swim Club. After Mr. McClendon's passing their board voted to retain the name American Energy Swim Club in his honor. This has happened over 60 years.
- Today, over 205 swimmers from over 170 families in the OKC Metro participate in the AESC.
- The AESC hosts the longest swim meets in the OKC Metro.
- In 2018 the AESC sent the largest OK swim team to the S. Central Y. Sectionals Championship and placed 4th against 45 teams from OK, KS, AR and MO
- In 2018 they also sent the LARGEST OKS TEAM to the 2018 FUTURES CHAMPIONSHIP in Rochester, MN.
- Two AESC Athletes were recognized as Central OK Athletic Conference Swimmers of the Year
- Four AESC swimmers named to USA Swimmers 2018-18 Scholastic All Americans list ( Maintained at least 3.5 GPA and swam a time equal to a 2017 Winter Junior Olympic Championship Qualifying time!!! Wowsah!!!
- At least 6 recent scholarship commitments to NCAA Universities.
- Provide Community Service to Angel Bins, OKLA Food Bank, and Blankets for Children's Hospital, among others
- Named as one of the top 200 Swim Clubs by USA Swimming for the 2nd year in a row!
The Mission of the AESC from their Website: "Our mission is to develop leaders with integrity, discipline and excellence in the water, in families, and in the community. Our vision for the future is twofold: To produce elite and national caliber athletes on a consistent basis. To foster communities where water safety and swimming are accessible to all."
For more information about American Energy Swim Club take a look at their website : https://www.teamunify.com/team/okcsc/page/home