SK277 Will Modglin

Will Modglin is redefining what’s possible in college swimming.

In Episode 277 of The Social Kick Podcast, we sit down with the new American record holder in the 100-yard backstroke, who went 43.26 at the Texas Hall of Fame Invite. Will also delivered the fastest 50-yard backstroke in history with a 20.00 lead-off split, coming within a touch of breaking one of swimming’s most significant barriers.

A junior at the University of Texas and a U.S. National Team member, Will talks through the races that changed his career, the mindset behind record-setting performances, and what it’s like training in one of the deepest backstroke groups in the NCAA under Bob Bowman.

Topics include:

• The buildup to the 43.26 American record in the 100 yard backstroke

• What really went into the historic 20.00 50 yard backstroke

• Training and racing in Texas’ ultra-competitive backstroke group

• The “back–breast” conversation and how he went 50.9 in the 100 breaststroke

• Treating every meet like NCAAs

• How his mindset has evolved after major championship experiences

• Where IM, versatility, and long-course goals fit long term

• What’s next as one of the fastest backstrokers in NCAA history

Will also answers audience questions, rapid-fire prompts, and shares insight into the training habits, culture, and confidence that have fueled one of the biggest breakout seasons in recent college swimming history.