"When I needed a friend to talk to, Hutch was there to listen. When I needed a friend to help me get thru a tough situation, Hutch was one of my friends I could count on.
As Hutch advanced his career in swimming, he had a fire to succeed, guide, mentor, and showed that he belonged on the highest stage of the swimming world. He cared for every athlete like they were extended family. Countless hours doing research to better himself in order to benefit his athletes. Swimmers of all ages got his full undivided attention so he could help them reach their full potential.
As a fellow swimmer and coach for the past 30 years, I have a deep respect for Hutch’s coaching style and developmental efforts to enhance his swimmers as athletes and individuals."
- Mike S, coach