Regan Smith is an American competitive swimmer born on February 9, 2002, in Lakeville, Minnesota. She stands 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 123 pounds. Smith competes in backstroke, butterfly, and freestyle events, representing the United States national team. She swims for Longhorn Aquatics and was part of Stanford's college team from 2021 to 2022.
In the World Championships (LC), Smith has been exceptionally successful, earning a total of nine medals. She clinched gold medals in the 200m backstroke and the 4x100m medley relay at the 2019 Gwangju Championships, as well as at the 2022 Budapest Championships in the 100m backstroke and 4x100m medley relay. Additionally, she won gold in the 4x100m medley relay at the 2023 Fukuoka Championships, along with silver medals in the 50m backstroke, 100m backstroke, and 200m backstroke, and a bronze medal in the 200m butterfly at the same event.
At the Olympic Games, she secured three medals: two silver medals in the 200m butterfly and the 4x100m medley relay at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and a bronze medal in the 100m backstroke at the same event.
Regan Smith’s Parents
Regan Smith's parents are Paul and Kerry Smith. Her father, Paul Smith, has been involved in coaching with USA Swimming for over a decade and currently serves as the program director at Riptide Aquatics, where Regan trains. Her mother, Kerry Smith, was a gymnastics coach and played a significant role in nurturing Regan's interest in swimming from a young age.
Who is Regan Smith’s mother?
Regan Smith's mother is Kerry Smith. Kerry Smith was a gymnastics coach before becoming instrumental in supporting Regan's swimming career.
Who is Regan Smith’s father?
Regan Smith's father is Paul Smith. He has a background in coaching and serves as the program director at Riptide Aquatics, which is Regan's club team.
What Nationality are Regan Smith’s Parents?
Regan Smith's parents, Paul and Kerry Smith are both American nationals.
FAQs
Regan Smith's nickname is "Riptide Rocket."
Regan Smith was born on February 9, 2002, in Lakeville, Minnesota, U.S.
Regan Smith specializes in backstroke, butterfly, and freestyle events.
Regan Smith is affiliated with Longhorn Aquatics.
Regan Smith swam for Stanford from 2021 to 2022.
Regan Smith is 5 feet 7 inches tall (170 cm) and weighs 123 lb (56 kg).