The Kalani High School Junior Varsity Swim & Dive program is designed to help developing student-athletes strengthen their skills, build confidence, and prepare for success at the varsity level. Through structured training in stroke technique, endurance, diving fundamentals, and race strategy, athletes learn the importance of discipline, consistency, and teamwork in and out of the pool.
Emphasizing growth and improvement, the JV program provides a supportive environment where swimmers and divers refine their form, gain competitive experience, and develop a strong foundation in sportsmanship and commitment. The ultimate goal is to prepare each athlete to advance to the next level of competition—ready to represent Kalani with pride and excellence. GO FALCONS!
Head Coach: Sherri Barrett
Email: gswimming@kalanihs.org
Biography: Coach Sherri Barrett is a proud 2001 Kalani alumna who returned to her alma mater to lead the Swimming and Diving program in 2022 and the Water Polo program in 2025. Her extensive coaching career spans over two decades, beginning in 2000 with the Lokahi Ho'au swim club. Coach Barrett has since held coaching positions for multiple programs, including leading Kalani Swimming (2006–2007), McKinley Water Polo (2007), Kaiser Swimming and Water Polo (2007–2012), and Farrington Swimming and Water Polo (2014–2024). Her philosophy emphasizes hard work, dedication, and mutual respect, with the goal of helping student-athletes improve their skills and grow as leaders.
Assistant Coaches
Victoria Ruelas
George Sumida
