As a sophomore: Swam her best 50 freestyle time against Bucknell (25.40) and her best 200 freestyle time against Towson/UNCW (2:02.71)...
As a Sophomore: 2007-08 CAA Commissioner’s Academic Award.
Before JMU: Swam for Dave Crocker at Good Counsel high school... was a part of the Metro and WCAC championship team... a member of the National Honors Society... high school captain as junior and senior.
Getting to know Erica...
Name: Erica Bechtol Hometown: Silver Spring, MD High School: Good Counsel High School Parents’ names: Ted and Nancy Bechtol Siblings’ names and ages: Sarah (20)
Why did you choose JMU? I chose JMU because of the friendly atmosphere and the great academics.
What is your major? Health Sciences, Pre-Physical Therapy
What do you enjoy most about JMU Swimming and Diving? My teammates
What are your goals for this season? Make CAA’s
What are your favorite things about JMU? The beautiful campus, great food, and friendly people
What is your favorite place on campus? The Quad, especially during springtime
What are your favorite:
Foods: anything unhealthy
Movies: Finding Nemo, Step Up, Eurotrip
TV Shows: Grey’s Anatomy
What do you want to do after college? Become a physical therapist
What is your favorite event and why? 50 freestyle because it is too short to get nervous
What other activities or hobbies do you enjoy? Cooking and skiing
The best part of your day at JMU is... Eating dinner at D-hall with friends, and taking naps