Jay Venit

Jay Venit is an alumnus of Loyola University Maryland, where he enjoyed a strong collegiate swimming career and has since returned to support his alma mater's aquatics program. During his four years as a student-athlete, he was a letter-winner and frequent scorer in the breaststroke events at the Patriot League Championships, culminating in a top-eight finish in the 100 breaststroke with a time of 56.10 during his senior year. After graduating in May 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Venit immediately transitioned into coaching and player development. In his role as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for Loyola’s swimming & diving teams, Venit brings firsthand experience as a recent Greyhound competitor and insights into both athlete development and talent identification. His collegiate success, combined with familiarity with the program’s culture and academic requirements, equips him well to mentor student-athletes and coordinate effective recruiting strategies. His appointment reflects a commitment by the program to blend competitive performance with academic and developmental excellence.