Macalester College Athletics

Macalester has had a tradition of having great swimmers, but perhaps no one has achieved moresuccess in the pool than Willy Severson, a 12 time All-American and 15-time MIAC individual champion. His school 100 and 200-yard freestyle records stood until this past winter, a tremendous feat considering how much faster times are now than 20 years ago. Severson led the Scots to four MIAC championships and a fourth place NAIA finish in '72. A dedicated and focused athlete, Severson competed primarily in the freestyle events.

For the past 18 years Severson has been swimming coach for the highly successful Brainerd High School program.