Chaix to lead CdM boys swim

CORONA DEL MAR - Tim Chaix, a former aquatics standout at Foothill

High, will coach the Corona del Mar High boys swim team, CdM Athletic

Director Jerry Jelnick announced.

Chaix, a 26-year-old walk-on, was an assistant the last two seasons at

the University of Kansas, where he competed before earning his degree in

1997. His coaching resume also includes a one-year stint as an assistant

at Michigan.

Chaix (pronounced Shay) replaces Jon Moore, who guided the Sea Kings

to the Pacific Coast League title last spring.

“I’ve been back in Orange County since April,” Chaix said. “I wanted

to get back into coaching and I’m excited this opportunity came up.”

Chaix said he is aware of the strong reputation of CdM aquatics and

looks forward to maintaining that tradition.

“I expect CdM to be more of an force at the CIF (Southern Section)

level,” he said.

A three-time team MVP at Foothill, Chaix was a top freestyler as a

prep. His top finishes include second in the CIF Division I 200-yard free

and fourth in the Division I 200 free.