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Nelson Neptunes add two new coaches

Sam Matthew and Jacob Verhesen are joining the team for the summer
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The Nelson Neptunes are adding two new coaches. Former Neptune Sam Matthew (left) and Jacob Verhesen will work with the team this summer. Photo submitted

The Nelson Neptunes are bringing back a swimmer from the past to lead its young athletes into the future.

Nelson native Sam Matthew is joining the team’s coaching staff along with Jacob Verhesen.

Matthew, who has competed at regional, provincial and national events, is currently studying in his first year at McMaster University in Hamilton.

Verhesen meanwhile is competing for the University of Lethbridge swim team while completing his education degree. The Calgary native also coached five years at the University of Calgary while earning a Kinesiology degree.

The Neptunes host their first meeting of the racing season on May 26 to 27 at the Nelson and District Community Complex.