University of New Hampshire Athletics
2025-26 Women's Swimming and Diving Roster
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Carolyn Nelson
- Height:
- 5-7
- Class:
- Senior
- Position:
- Free/Fly
- High School:
- Glenbard West
- Hometown:
- Glen Ellyn, Ill.
Team Captain, 2x: (2025-26), (2024-25)
CAREER TOP TIMES:
100 Freestyle: 57.79 (10/29/22; at Central Connecticut)
200 Freestyle: 1:52.79 (11/18/23; Bruno Invitational)
500 Freestyle: 4:56.58 (11/17/23; Bruno Invitational)
1000 Freestyle: 10:33.72 (1/27/23; Maine)
1650 Freestyle: 17:20.98 (11/19/23; Bruno Invitational)
200 Butterfly: 2:09.84 (11/19/23; Bruno Invitational)
AMERICA EAST CHAMPIONSHIPS:
2024: 800 Freestyle Relay - 7:24.27 (2nd), 500 Freestyle - 5:04.27 (8th), 200 Freestyle - 1:54.30 (17th)
2023: 800 Freestyle Relay - 7:30.51 (3rd), 500 Freestyle - 5:00.99 (7th), 1650 Freestyle - 17:24.89 (7th), 200 Freestyle - 1:53.74 (14th)
AWARDS:
America East Commissioner's Honor Roll (2023, 2024)
Event Specialty: Distance Freestyle
Height: 5'7"
Major: Health Science
Hometown: Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Date of Birth: January 7, 2004
Athletic Profile
Carolyn specializes in distance freestyle events. Her strong work ethic and competitive spirit have made her a key contributor throughout her collegiate career.
Academic & Personal Highlights
Carolyn is majoring in Health Science and aspires to become a pediatric nurse, combining her passion for health care with her love for helping others. She values teamwork and leadership, both in the pool and in her academic pursuits.
Before UNH
Carolyn graduated from Glenbard West High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, where she competed in swimming and built the foundation for her collegiate success. She comes from a family with a strong athletic background:
•Molly Nelson – Senior on the swim & dive team at UMass
•Aidan Nelson – Lacrosse player at Stevens Institute of Technology
•Todd Nelson (father) – Former tennis player at the University of Iowa
Fun Facts & Favorites
Favorite Athlete: Missy Franklin
Hobbies: Shopping, going to the beach, and traveling
Favorite Movie: Parent Trap
Favorite TV Show: Grey’s Anatomy
Instagram: @carolynnelson_
Twitter: @Carolynnelson_
Why UNH?
“I love the community and the friends I have made. UNH feels like home.”
CAREER TOP TIMES:
100 Freestyle: 57.79 (10/29/22; at Central Connecticut)
200 Freestyle: 1:52.79 (11/18/23; Bruno Invitational)
500 Freestyle: 4:56.58 (11/17/23; Bruno Invitational)
1000 Freestyle: 10:33.72 (1/27/23; Maine)
1650 Freestyle: 17:20.98 (11/19/23; Bruno Invitational)
200 Butterfly: 2:09.84 (11/19/23; Bruno Invitational)
AMERICA EAST CHAMPIONSHIPS:
2024: 800 Freestyle Relay - 7:24.27 (2nd), 500 Freestyle - 5:04.27 (8th), 200 Freestyle - 1:54.30 (17th)
2023: 800 Freestyle Relay - 7:30.51 (3rd), 500 Freestyle - 5:00.99 (7th), 1650 Freestyle - 17:24.89 (7th), 200 Freestyle - 1:53.74 (14th)
AWARDS:
America East Commissioner's Honor Roll (2023, 2024)
Event Specialty: Distance Freestyle
Height: 5'7"
Major: Health Science
Hometown: Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Date of Birth: January 7, 2004
Athletic Profile
Carolyn specializes in distance freestyle events. Her strong work ethic and competitive spirit have made her a key contributor throughout her collegiate career.
Academic & Personal Highlights
Carolyn is majoring in Health Science and aspires to become a pediatric nurse, combining her passion for health care with her love for helping others. She values teamwork and leadership, both in the pool and in her academic pursuits.
Before UNH
Carolyn graduated from Glenbard West High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, where she competed in swimming and built the foundation for her collegiate success. She comes from a family with a strong athletic background:
•Molly Nelson – Senior on the swim & dive team at UMass
•Aidan Nelson – Lacrosse player at Stevens Institute of Technology
•Todd Nelson (father) – Former tennis player at the University of Iowa
Fun Facts & Favorites
Favorite Athlete: Missy Franklin
Hobbies: Shopping, going to the beach, and traveling
Favorite Movie: Parent Trap
Favorite TV Show: Grey’s Anatomy
Instagram: @carolynnelson_
Twitter: @Carolynnelson_
Why UNH?
“I love the community and the friends I have made. UNH feels like home.”
Jamy Lum America East Champions Post-Meet Interview
Sunday, April 25
UNH Head Coach Josh Willman America East Champions Post-Meet Interview
Sunday, April 25
UNH Head Coach Josh Willman Day 2 America East Swimming Championships Post-Meet Interview
Saturday, April 24
UNH Head Coach Josh Willman America East Swimming Championships Preview Interview (4/22/21)
Thursday, April 22
