HIGH SCHOOL
Graduated from Merced High School as Valedictorian…Swam under coach Kit Grattan…Named Merced County Swimmer of the Year in 2009…Holds her high school’s 100 breastbone record…Helped her team to win League Championships in 2010, 2011 and 2012…Also swam for Clovis Swim Club.

PERSONAL
Charis Hopee was born March 23, 1994 in Northridge, Calif. to parents Rick and Nancy Hopee…Has three younger siblings: Connor, Cameron and Caleb…Enjoys playing the violin and being with friends…Favorite Book is the Harry Potter series…Enjoys listening to The Beatles…Names John Wooden as her personal hero…Favorite aspect of  college swimming is being part of such a close-knit and talented team.