YBAC By the Numbers
75+
Competitive Athletes
20
Years of Excellence
9
Training Opportunities
2
National Governing Bodies
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The YBAC Development Pathway
Build the Foundation
Develop confidence and technical skills.
Create Great Habits
Build consistency through purposeful training.
Challenge Yourself
Grow through competition and athletic development.
Pursue Excellence
Train with commitment while reaching your potential.
Lead Beyond the Pool
Carry Hurricanes values into school, sport, and life.
YBAC Team Philosophy
The YBAC Hurricanes are proud to be part of the Alamance County Community YMCA, using competitive swimming to help young people grow in confidence, character, and leadership both in and out of the pool.
Our coaching philosophy is built on technique first, long-term athlete development, and purposeful training. We meet swimmers where they are, helping each athlete progress at a pace that matches their growth, experience, and goals.
We believe success is about more than race results. Through consistent coaching, meaningful relationships, and a supportive team environment, athletes develop resilience, accountability, teamwork, and confidence that extend beyond swimming.
Guided by the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility, we are committed to helping every swimmer become not only a better athlete, but a better person.
News
National Team Travels to YMCA Long Course Nationals
Our National Team is headed to Ocala, Florida, to compete at the YMCA Long Course National Championships.
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Schedule Your Team Evaluation
Interested in joining the YBAC Hurricanes? Team evaluations are now available for the 2026–2027 season.
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New Season Begins Sept. 8!
The 2026 - 2027 Season begins Tuesday, September 8th!
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Forever Our Hurricane
Remembering Eamon Hipps
Eamon Hipps joined the YBAC Hurricanes in February 2024, returning to the sport he once loved with the initial goal of conditioning for soccer. A successful age-group swimmer through age 12, Eamon had stepped away from swimming to focus on soccer, where he became not only a standout goalkeeper, but also a leader and mentor to younger athletes in both sports.
What began as conditioning quickly turned into renewed ambition in the pool. Eamon set goal after goal for himself—breaking 23 seconds in the 50 freestyle, winning a high school conference title, breaking 50 seconds in the 100 freestyle, and qualifying for YMCA Nationals. Through his hard work and determination, he achieved many of those goals, including helping qualify his relay for YMCA Long Course Nationals at Capital Classic just weeks ago. His humility, work ethic, and quiet leadership elevated everyone around him.
Outside the pool, Eamon was equally exceptional. He played a key role in Western Alamance High School’s 5A state championship soccer team, earned Mid-Conference Defensive Player of the Year honors, and was invited to Clash of the Carolinas during his senior year. He was excited to continue athletics in college and was in the process of choosing where his next chapter would begin.
In his 17 years, Eamon impacted more lives than many do in a lifetime. He was a teammate, mentor, competitor, and friend whose presence will forever remain part of YBAC. He will be deeply missed and always remembered.
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FAQs
Yes! YBAC is a year-round competitive swim team. Our swimmers train and compete during a short course season (September-March) and a long course season (April-July) on the AAU, YMCA, and USA Swimming competition circuits.
YBAC Hurricanes offers four training tiers based on skill level and goals: - Storm Prep Academy (Novice) -Technical (Beginner) -Competitive (Intermediate) -High Performance (Advanced) -Masters (Adult/Fitness & Competition)
Technical Level (Ages 6-18) For swimmers who have completed swim lessons but are still developing their skills. These swimmers can swim freestyle and backstroke legally and a basic knowledge of breaststroke and butterfly. Groups: - Technique (11 & Under) - Fitness (12 - 18) Competitive Level (Ages 6-16) For swimmers with strong knowledge of all four competitive strokes. These groups include multi-sport athletes with flexible training needs. Groups: -Category 1 & Category 2 (Ages 6-11) -Category 3 & Category 4 (Ages 11-16) High-Performance Level (Ages 12-18) For athletes training at the highest levels of intensity and volume. Swimmers must meet standard requirements and receive a coach recommendation and coach approval for this group. Both morning and evening practices are offered for schedule flexibility. -Category 5 -Senior -National Masters Level (Ages 18+) For adults who want to swim for fitness or train to compete in YMCA Masters, USMS, or USAS events. No prior swim team experience required.
Swimmers advance based on skill development, commitment, and coach recommendation. YBAC uses test sets, swimmer check-ins, and consistent evaluations throughout the year to ensure proper placement and progress.
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