Regan Smith

QUICK STATS

  • Hometown: Lakeville, Minnesota, USA
  • College Team: Stanford University
  • Current Team: Team USA
  • Years on National Team: 2017–Present

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • Two-Time Olympian: Competed for Team USA at both the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
  • Olympic Medalist: Earned a total of 8 Olympic medals — including 2 Gold, 5 Silver, and 1 Bronze — across individual events and relays.
  • World Champion: Multiple-time World Champion (2019, 2022, 2023) in backstroke and butterfly events.
  • World Record Breaker: Set the 100 m backstroke world record (57.13) and previously held the 200 m backstroke world record. Currently holds short course world records in the 50 m, 100 m, and 200 m backstroke.
  • Breakout Performance: Captured global attention at just 17 years old by breaking two world records at the 2019 World Championships.
  • NCAA Excellence: Multiple-time NCAA Champion and All-American with Stanford University.
  • Team USA Veteran: Has been a consistent presence on the U.S. National Team since 2017, competing in numerous international meets and anchoring relay lineups on the sport’s biggest stages.

Regan Smith is one of the most accomplished and technically precise swimmers in the world today. A two-time Olympian, multiple-time world champion, and current world record holder, Regan has consistently performed at the highest level of international competition — redefining excellence in backstroke and butterfly events over the last decade. Her unmatched mastery of technique and racing strategy has made her not only a dominant force in the pool but also one of the most respected figures in the sport.

From a young age, Regan’s natural feel for the water and relentless commitment to improvement set her apart. By 17, she had already stunned the swimming world at the 2019 World Championships by breaking two world records — a breakout performance that cemented her status as a generational talent. Since then, she has remained a cornerstone of Team USA, representing her country at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games and collecting an impressive eight Olympic medals (2 gold, 5 silver, and 1 bronze) across individual events and relays.

Regan’s technical expertise is as impressive as her résumé. She is renowned for her explosive underwaters, razor-sharp breakouts, and precise stroke mechanics — skills that consistently give her an edge on the world stage. Her 100m backstroke world record (57.13) stands as one of the most elite performances in swimming history, and she continues to push the boundaries of the sport as the short course world record holder in the 50m, 100m, and 200m backstroke. Regan’s approach to racing is deeply analytical: she studies every aspect of the swim — from tempo timing and turn efficiency to pacing strategy — to execute near-perfect performances when it matters most.

What makes Regan’s perspective so valuable is not just her success but how she achieves it. She combines physical talent with a deep understanding of technique, race psychology, and preparation — knowledge that’s vital for swimmers aspiring to compete at the highest level. Her ability to translate elite-level concepts into clear, actionable steps makes her an exceptional mentor for athletes looking to refine their skills and elevate their racing performance.

When Regan Smith is on deck, athletes can expect to gain more than just technical tips — they’ll walk away with insights into how the world’s best think, prepare, and perform. Her achievements are a testament to what’s possible when world-class technique, relentless work ethic, and competitive intelligence come together — and her presence promises to elevate any swimmer’s understanding of the sport.

Felix Auboeck
Finn Brooks