Swim and Dive Team Polar Plunge

Swimmers Julia Monz, Amanda Kenn, Margeaux Fortin, Margaret Strehle,Thea Bruggerman, and Maiya Neilson running out of the freezing cold water.

Laura Lynch and Kristin Saleski

On Sunday, December 7, the Hingham High School Swim and Dive Team braved the 45 degree waters of Hingham Harbor in their 2nd Annual “Polar Plunge.” The water, 45 degrees, was a little warmer than the air and the frigid, bitter wind; but the weather could not stop at least 35 members of the team and community from jumping into the water to raise money. Each “plunger” collected pledges prior to the event. The Polar Plunge is a popular tradition throughout the New England states, in which participants dunk in the winter waters to raise money for a cause. Sunday’s event raised money for the Swim and Dive team, which uses the donations to fund pool space, team events, and team apparel. Thank you to everyone who participated in the event and donated to the Swim and Dive Team!

Swimmers (with Emma Gilmore in front) stay warn under a tent in preparation for the plunge.
Stephanie Winter
Swimmers (with Emma Gilmore in front) stay warn under a tent in preparation for the plunge.
Captains Laura Lynch and Kristin Saleski huddle together before the plunge.
Stephanie Winter
Captains Laura Lynch and Kristin Saleski huddle together before the plunge.
Swimmers Julia Monz, Amanda Kenn, Margeaux Fortin, Margaret Strehle,Thea Bruggerman, and Maiya Neilson running out of the freezing cold water.
Stephanie Winter
Swimmers Julia Monz, Amanda Kenn, Margeaux Fortin, Margaret Strehle,Thea Bruggerman, and Maiya Nielsen running out of the freezing cold water.
Swimers Margaret Strehle, Kristin Saleski, TJ Winer and Grant Juric run out of the water.
Stephanie Winter
Swimers Margaret Strehle, Kristin Saleski, TJ Winer and Grant Juric run out of the water.
Captain Cece O'Reilly warms up after the plunge.
Stephanie Winter
Captain Cece O’Reilly warms up after the plunge.