Becca Mann
Becca Mann
Elite Clinician
Becca Mann
8x USA National Team Member | 2x National Champion | Open Water History-Maker
Hometown: Chicago, Illinois / Los Angeles, California
College: University of Southern California
Career Highlights
USA Swimming National Team
- 8x USA National Team Member
- 2x USA National Champion
- Remade the National Team after taking 5 years off and training for only 5 months
International Open Water Success
- 4x Team USA World Championship Member
- World Championships: 7th in the 25k, 8th in the 5k, and 8th in the 10k
- Historic Milestone: First person in history to complete the Maui Nui Triple Channel Crossing
Early Career Standout
- 2012 Olympic Trials: Placed in the top 10 in four different events at just 14 years old
- Former National Age Group (NAG) Record Holder
Bio
Becca Mann is a world-class distance and open water swimmer whose career is defined by historic milestones, incredible resilience, and an enduring love for the water. A prodigy who placed in the top 10 in four events at the 2012 Olympic Trials at just 14 years old, Becca developed into an international force, representing Team USA at four World Championships and capturing two National Titles. She trained at the elite level under coaches John Payne and Mohammad Khadembashi and competed in the NCAA for the University of Southern California.
Beyond traditional racing, Becca cemented her legacy in the open water world by becoming the first person ever to complete the grueling Maui Nui Triple Channel Crossing. Her career has not been without its extreme highs and lows, from overtraining and missing the 2016 Olympic team to taking a 5-year hiatus, only to miraculously remake the US National Team after just five months of training. Today, she uses her unparalleled journey of heartbreak, grit, and triumph to inspire the next generation of swimmers.
From the Clinician
An Athlete-First Approach
I combine my experience with an athlete-first approach that resonates with swimmers of all levels. I communicate through honest storytelling, individual tips for each athlete, and an emphasis on fun. I strive to create an environment where swimmers feel both understood and inspired, breaking down high-performance concepts into simple, actionable steps while reinforcing a love for the sport. I really believe that a happy swimmer is a fast swimmer.
Overcoming the Lows
My career has had transformative highs and devastating lows. Getting top 10 at Olympic Trials at 14 and completing the Maui Nui Triple Channel were incredible, but I also experienced getting overtrained in 2016 and missing the Olympic team after a poor performance at Open Water Worlds. I know that many young swimmers struggle with how demanding our sport can be, but I want to show them that overcoming challenges is what makes it fun and worth it.
My Coaching Style
- I have a great eye for technique and can quickly spot small adjustments that make a big difference in efficiency and speed.
- I am a huge advocate for creating a fun, positive environment where swimmers feel motivated and excited to improve.
- I connect easily with athletes, meet them where they are, and give clear, actionable feedback they can actually use in the water.
The Ultimate Teacher
Because of swimming, I am who I am. I learned hard work, heartbreak, resilience, patience, and how to push myself. I learned how to fail, how to push through pain, how to trust myself, and how to thrive in a competitive environment. It takes consistency, grit, recovery, optimism, and fostering a supportive environment to succeed. I love the sport of swimming so much, and I want to share that love with swimmers everywhere.
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