Gabe Nunziata Earns Spot on Team USA for 2025 Junior World Championships
- Kalynn Wachs
- Jun 8
- 3 min read
Old Dominion Aquatic Club is thrilled to announce that 18-year-old Gabe Nunziata has secured a position on Team USA for the upcoming Junior World Championships in August 19-24 in Otopeni, Romania. This achievement comes after a standout performance at the 2025 USA Swimming National Championships in Indianapolis, Indiana this past weekend. Gabe clinched third place in the 200-meter breaststroke with a time of 2:09.71. This remarkable swim not only earned him a spot on the national team but also ranks him as the second-fastest 17–18-year-old male swimmer in USA Swimming history.
Weekend Recap: A Series of Personal Bests
Gabe's impressive performances didn't stop at the 200 breaststroke. Throughout the weekend, he showcased his versatility and determination across multiple events:
Tuesday
100 Meter Free - Gabe started the meet off with this bonus event where he placed 52nd and slashed 2.20 seconds off his personal best locking in a new Junior Nationals Time Cut with a 51.11.
Wednesday
200 Meter Breaststroke - Entering prelims seeded 5th, Gabe delivered an extraordinary swim to take 2nd place with a 2:10.22. Later in finals that evening, he stepped up even more, dropping more time to finish with 2:09.71—earning a spot on the podium and bringing home the bronze medal.
Thursday
400 Meter Individual Medley - Demonstrated his endurance and skill, Gabe improved 1.39 seconds from his personal best placing 21st and qualifying for finals.
50 Meter Breaststroke - Gabe posted a time improvement of .61 in prelims and qualified for finals where he took 15th place overall.
Friday
100 Meter Breaststroke - While he didn’t match his personal best of 1:00.36, Gabe still made it into the A final seeded 8th. He held his own in a competitive field, finishing 7th overall with a time of 1:00.86.
Saturday
200 Meter Individual Medley - Gabe delivered a strong performance in the 200 IM in prelims securing a spot in the finals and a new Olympic Trials Time Cut, finishing with even more time improvement, 2.44 for the day and 25th overall.
Each of these swims contributed to his overall success at the meet and underscored his status as one of the nation's top young swimmers.
"It was such a cool experience going up against some of the fastest swimmers in the country. I learned a lot, had some great races and came away super motivated for the rest of the summer. Grateful for the opportunity and excited to get back to work" - Gabe Nunziata
Looking Ahead
With his qualification for the Junior World Championships, Gabe Nunziata is set to represent Team USA on the international stage. This accomplishment is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and the support of his coaches and teammates at Old Dominion Aquatic Club. As Gabe prepares for this prestigious competition, we look forward to witnessing his continued growth and success in the sport of swimming.
Join Us in Celebrating Gabe's Achievements
We invite the ODAC community to join us in congratulating Gabe on his outstanding performances and his selection to Team USA. His achievements inspire us all and exemplify the excellence that ODAC strives to foster in its swimmers.
Stay tuned for more updates as Gabe prepares for the Junior World Championships and continues to make waves in the swimming world.
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