 | Anna Abakumova – Head Coach Level 3 ASCA Age Group Coach. Coach Anna has been coaching since 1998. During that time, she has prepared two swimmers for the Uzbekistan National Swimming Team, as well as improving the swimming skills of many junior members of the Uzbekistan National Swimming Team. We are proud to have her coaching the Clifton Seahawks. Her background includes: 1998-2007 – Coach at State Olympic Reserve Swimming School, Tashkent Uzbekistan. 2008-2010 – Age Group Coach, Clifton Seahawks. 2010-present – Head Coach, Clifton Seahawks. During this time two Seahawks swimmers broke 22 NJ State records in 10 & Under age group. |
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 | Samantha Berkenbosch Level 2 ASCA Age Group coach with a wealth of knowledge and passion for swimming. Her extensive competitive swimming career, 13 years on the Clifton Seahawks, has equipped her with a deep understanding of the sport, from the technical aspects to the mental strength required to excel. Overcoming the challenge of shoulder surgery at the start of her high school career, she demonstrated resilience and dedication, swimming varsity for four years while achieving 1st Team All-County in the 200 IM, 1st Team Big North for three years, and being captain my senior year. she was fortunate to be the first graduating class of the DCL STEM Academy at PCTI, where she focus on engineering laid a foundation for problem-solving and innovation, skills that she transition into her coaching. She is pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology. Samantha started coaching officially in the 2022-2023 season, following a second shoulder surgery, and she has dedicated herself fully to nurturing the next generation of Seahawks. “It is an honor and privilege to give back to the sport that has given me so much, especially to the young athletes who have the same enthusiasm and dedication that once defined my swimming journey”. |
 | Julia Berkenbosch Level 2 ASCA Age Group coach with a deep passion for teaching swimming. Her journey started at the Boys and Girls Club, where she learned to swim and swiftly joined the Seahawks swim team for 13 remarkable years. From teaching beginner to advanced competitive levels, her love for swimming grew. She began coaching officially in the 2023-2024 winter season after assisting the team for a year. At Passaic County Technical Institute, she excelled academically in the Academy of Health and Medical Sciences while swimming on the varsity team for four seasons. As captain, she contributed to the team’s numerous 1st place wins in major championships. Recognized as a 1st Team All County and 1st Team Big North Swimmer for all four seasons, she also qualified for the Meet of Champions three times. Continuing her dedication to swimming and academics, she pursued Biomedicine at Kean University, where she swam at the Division III level. The undefeated season and NJAC championship victory were highlights of her collegiate career. As a coach at Seahawks, her aim is to empower and guide our swimmers in both their athletic and academic pursuits, while instilling life lessons and fostering a love for the sport. |
 | Angelina Parra Level 1 ASCA Age Group coach with a deep love for swimming. She has been swimming at the Boys and Girls Club of Clifton for over 8 years. It’s been an incredible journey from lifeguard to swim instructor, and now as a coach. As a senior at Wallington Junior Senior High School, she understand the importance of balancing academics and athletics. Angelina believes in fostering a positive and supportive environment where we can all thrive as athletes and individuals. Together, we’ll work hard, push our limits, and achieve greatness both in and out of the water. When she’s not on the pool deck, you can find her pursuing her dreams at Ramapo College, where she’s majoring in Biology Pre-Medicine to become a physician assistant. Let’s make a splash together and create a strong, united team that supports and encourages one another. Go Seahawks!” |
 | Natalie Rozon Level 1 ASCA swim coach with an emotional and extensive love for swimming. She has been swimming for 7 years on the swim team. Through swimming, she was able to get a job as a lifeguard, swim instructor, locker room attendant, and now a swim coach. During her last three years at Clifton High School, she swam for the Clifton Mustangs and resulted in being Captain for the last two years. She has created a positive and healthy environment and motivated her fellow teammates to make sure they try their best. She always makes sure that swimmers get the motivation that they need and that she can be a person that they can trust. Entering Felician University for nursing, she will take her compassion, empathy, and knowledge to wherever she goes. She plans on being a pediatrics nurse to better children’s lives. Swimming will always hold a place in her heart, challenging swimmers to make sure that feel confident on how they swim. “No matter how young or how old you are, know that I am here to help you in every way possible. Swim your hearts away, and let’s go Seahawks!” |
