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Sporting JAX Aquatic Club has announced a milestone in the growth of competitive swimming throughout Northeast Florida with the official merger of Planet Swim Aquatics into the Sporting JAX family. This unification brings together two strong programs to create a larger, more dynamic and competitive club, which is expected to enhance performance in the pool and broaden access to essential development and competition for swimmers of all ages and skill levels.
At the heart of this merger is a shared vision that values character, community and excellence. Together, the organizations are building a competitive swim club that not only nurtures future champions but also invests in the development of young athletes as teammates, leaders and individuals. It also upholds Planet Swim’s legacy as one of Northeast Florida’s premier aquatic competitive swim clubs.
Founded in 2009 by Gustavo Calado, Planet Swim has provided more than 100,000 swim lessons to children and adults, ranging from beginner water safety to Olympic-level training. Now integrated into the Sporting JAX framework, this proven approach to competitive swimming will expand access to high-quality swim programming throughout the region.
To guide this next phase, the Sporting JAX Aquatic Club will be led by Steve Jungbluth as the director of competitive swimming. The former University of Florida coach is known for his success in the SEC and for developing Olympic-caliber athletes.
Additionally, the coaching team will be further strengthened by the proven leadership of John Morse as its new club president. With his 40-year career at the Nashville Aquatic Club, where he produced more than 65 Olympic trials qualifiers, Morse brings wisdom, passion and strategic insight to Sporting JAX Aquatics.
“Our vision from the start has been to build a community-first swim club, one that develops character, fosters connection and prepares athletes to compete at the highest levels,” said Jungbluth. “This merger is a powerful step toward realizing that vision.”
“We’re incredibly excited about what lies ahead,” he continued. “It’s an honor to welcome the athletes, coaches and families of Planet Swim into this new chapter of the Sporting JAX family. Together, we’re building something truly special for today’s swimmers and for generations to come.”
Sporting JAX Aquatic Club was founded in March by Ricky and Danielle Caplin. This newly established organization is registered with USA Swimming and is led by a dedicated team that includes Morse, Bryan Welter, Eric Jacob, Jill Prosinski and Jungbluth.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Julington Creek Plantation Community Development District for their continued partnership and unwavering support, said Danielle Caplin, Sporting JAX Aquatic Club Board of Directors chair. “Thanks to this collaboration, Sporting JAX remains proudly rooted in the Julington Creek community, while expanding our footprint to the Nocatee and Argyle Forest areas to serve more families and strengthen our regional presence.”
Caplin added, “We also wish to thank and celebrate Coach Gus Calado, the Planet Swim staff and the many families who helped build a program known for its excellence and dedication to youth development. Their legacy will remain a cornerstone of Sporting JAX Aquatic Club’s future.”
For more information about the Sporting JAX Aquatic Club, go to sportingjaxaquatics.com.
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