The Dahlgren Sharks are excited to announce that our Head Coach has been selected!
Coach Patrick is an experienced multisport coach with a deep commitment to youth development, positive team culture, and skill-focused instruction. He is entering his third season as a coach for the Sharks, while he has also led and assisted multiple youth sports over the years, consistently emphasizing enjoyment of the sport, safety, and steady improvement. His approach blends structured skill development with creative, engaging practices that keep young athletes motivated and confident.
A lifelong swimmer, Coach Patrick competed for St. Mary’s College of Maryland, where he was the 1999 CAC Swimmer of the Year and was elected as a member of the St. Mary’s Athletic Hall of Fame.
He continues to swim, competing with the Rappahannock Area YMCA Masters program and completing multiple open-water swims each year.