Tara Thomas Class: Junior Hometown: Tustin, Calif. High School: Arnold O. Beckman Height: 5-9 Event: Free/Fly Experience: 2V

2008 U.S. Olympic Trials
• Competed in the 50 free, 100 fly and 100 back.

Cal Success
• 2008 All-American (100-yard fly).
• Swam a lifetime best 53.09 in the `B' final of the 100 fly at the 2008 NCAA Championships to earn All-America honors.
• Swam a personal best 22.80 in the 50 free at the 2008 NCAA Championships.
• Clocked an NCAA "A" provisional time of 49.33 in the 100 free at the 2007 Short Course Nationals in Atlanta.
• Her personal mark in the 100 fly (53.09) ranks ninth on Cal's all-time performance chart. Academics
• Undeclared major

Why I Chose Cal
"I chose California because of its unique balance of excellence in athletics and academics. I feel that I will be able to reach my highest potential at Cal in both of these aspects."

Best Cal Times (In Yards)
100 fly 53.09 (2008 NCAAs)
200 fly 2:02.01 (2007 TYR Invite)
50 free 22.80 (2008 NCAAs)
100 free 49.33 (2007 SC Nationals)