Lake Charles, LA (KPLC) – When Hurricane Laura hit Southwest Louisiana two years ago, the effects were felt everywhere, affecting everyone in every walk of life, including the Spartans Swim Team who were left without anywhere to swim for several months.
With the Sulfur Parks and Recreation pool closed due to the hurricane, members of the Spartans Swim Team scattered from as far west as Texas, to Louisiana to continue training, and competing. Hurricane Laura put their love for swimming, and their dedication to the test, and the Spartans persevered.
Fast forward two years later, and seven members of the Spartans are competing at zone championships at West Virginia University, just two meets away from Olympic Trials. The Spartans overcame the obstacles thrown at them, and used it as motivation to compete to the best of their ability.
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