2026-27 kac board of directors
Our Board of Directors for the 2026-27 year are:
President
Secretary
Treasurer
Director at Large
Director at Large
Director at Large
Director at Large
Director at Large
Director at Large
jessica greenwood
Emma (AG1), Tyson (Junior)
Years Involved in Club/Competitive Swimming: 9 years as a competitive swimmer in Summer Club 1 year as an assistant coach in Summer club 3 years as a head coach in summer club 4 years as a Swim Skills/Novice Coach for KCS 3 years as a swim parent 3 years as a swim official and first years a club officials coordinator Candidate Bio: My name is Jessica Greenwood, and I am a Grade 1 teacher at Pacific Way Elementary. I am excited to seek election to the Kamloops Classic Swimming Board to continue supporting the growth and success of our club and its swimmers. I bring over 15 years of experience in swimming—as an athlete, coach, official, and parent—and a strong understanding of the club’s operations and community. My involvement includes serving as KCS Secretary and Club Officials Coordinator from 2025-present. I have four years experience as a Swim Skills Manager & Novice Coach with KCS. These experiences have given me a broad perspective on the needs of our swimmers, families, and volunteers. Beyond the pool, I bring leadership and governance experience from my teaching career. I have served as a union staff rep for over 10 years, and co-chair of the school health and safety committee for 5 years. I have also worked on various district level committees in my time as a teacher. My background in education has strengthened my communication, organization, and teamwork skills, which I believe are essential to effective board service. I am passionate about ensuring Kamloops Classic Swimming continues to provide a positive, inclusive, and high-quality environment where all swimmers can reach their potential.
tyrone mccabe
Brooklyn (AG2), Harper (Novice)
Years Involved in Club/Competitive Swimming: Entering fourth year as a parent in the club and volunteering as an official. Candidate Bio: Hello KCS! My name is Tyrone McCabe, and my family and I have proudly been part of the swim club community since 2022. Over the past three years, I’ve witnessed firsthand the passion, dedication, and joy that swimming brings to athletes, families, and volunteers alike. Professionally, I bring a background in Utility Management across both private and public sectors, with experience leading projects, teams, and policy development. My work blends business acumen with a strong service-oriented approach, which I’ve found to be a great asset in collaborative environments like KCS. Most recently, I joined the Policy and Governance Committee, where I’ve been actively involved in reviewing and refining the club’s Bylaws and Board Manual. There’s still important work ahead, and I’m excited about the opportunity to help guide and support the club’s continued growth and success.
devon graham
Aurora (Novice)
Years Involved in Club/Competitive Swimming:
Kamloops Classic Swimming 1990- 1999 University of British Columbia Varsity Swimming 1999-2002
Kamloops Tsunami Summer Swim Club Coach 1999, 2000
Masters swimming with HYACK and Langley Olympians 2006-2011
Masters swimming with KSC Sept 2025 - Ongoing
Candidate Bio: I am a proud former Kamloops Classic swimmer, having trained and competed with the club from 1990 to 1999 before continuing my swimming career at the University of British Columbia. Swimming was the cornerstone of my childhood and young adulthood—it not only shaped my athletic development but also instilled in me a lifelong appreciation for teamwork, perseverance, and community. The experiences and friendships I built through the Kamloops Classics have had a lasting influence on both my personal, educational and professional journey. Now, as a parent, I’m thrilled to be involved with the club once again and to have the opportunity to give back to the organization that played such an important role in my life. Professionally, I am a nurse and nurse educator at Thompson Rivers University. My career has taken me from the hospital bedside to the classroom, including seven years as Program Head of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. I am deeply passionate about mentorship, education, and creating environments where people can thrive—values I would bring to the KCS Board if elected. I love the unique balance swimming offers: the personal challenge of racing paired with the collective strength of the team on deck. I’m eager to contribute my experience, energy, and passion to help support the next generation of swimmers in our community.
kerry patterson
Blake (AG1)
Years Involved in Club/Competitive Swimming: I previously swam as a summer swimmer with the Langley Flippers swim club from 1990-1995, Prince George Pisces summer swim club 95/96, Prince George Barracudas Swim Club 96-2000. I also competed in water polo and synchronized swimming.
My son has played hockey for 10 years in several leagues and levels including KMHA, Okanagan Hockey Academy, AA and AAA where I have been involved as a volunteer including team manager and Tournament Committees.
My daughter completed swim skills through KCS and then swam in Novice Prep, Novice, Junior and AG1.
I am the current temporary Treasurer with KCS since April 2025, previously on the finance committee for KCS for 2 seasons.
Candidate Bio: I am pleased to submit my candidacy for the board of the Kamloops Classic Swimming Club. With over a decade of personal experience in competitive swimming, including time with the Langley Flippers, Prince George Pisces, and Barracudas, I bring a deep appreciation for swimming and the positive impact it has on youth development. My daughter has grown through the KCS program from Swim Skills to AG1, and I’ve supported the club as a finance committee member for two seasons and currently as interim Treasurer since April 2025.
Professionally, I work as a Financial Analyst, managing multi-million dollar budgets for the Province of BC and contributing to strategic procurement and financial planning. My work emphasizes fiscal responsibility, long-term planning, and efficient resource allocation which are skills I’ve applied directly to my volunteer roles. I also have experience managing youth hockey teams, where I oversaw team budgets, coordinated volunteers, supported coaching staff with expense tracking, and organized team activities. These roles have strengthened my skills in financial oversight, team coordination, and community engagement. I am passionate about youth sports and committed to a supportive, inclusive, and financially sustainable environment for our swimmers and their families. I am committed to supporting a financially sustainable swim club environment that prioritizes transparency, inclusivity, and the optimal use of resources to benefit all members.
Danielle wittal
Mia (Tier 2), Maddox (AG1)
Years Involved in Club/Competitive Swimming: 4 years- I have been involved with sponsorship, finance committee, hospitality and working towards my stroke judging.
Candidate Bio: I am currently the head of the sponsorship committee and a member of the finance committee. I am also potentially considering applying for a position on the Board of Directors.
I believe I would be a strong asset to the Board because I bring a personable, collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to the success of the club. My well-rounded perspective allows me to consider multiple viewpoints and make thoughtful, balanced decisions. I would prioritize the club’s best interests in everything I do and remain dedicated to contributing to a positive, sustainable future for the organization.