CORAL GABLES, Fla. – University of Miami head swimming coach Andy Kershaw Monday announced the addition of Emma Inch to the Hurricanes coaching staff for the 2024-25 season.

A native of Farmington, Mich., Inch arrives in Coral Gables as a coaching fellow after finishing an impressive career at Virginia Tech, where she was a key contributor for the Hokies both in and out of the pool.A butterfly / IM specialist during her competitive career, Inch began her college swimming journey at Michigan State before transferring to Virginia Tech.

 

“We are very excited that Emma will be putting The U on. She is bringing a lot of energy and passion for impacting the women on this team,” Kershaw said. “Her experience as both an ACC and B1G swimmer will be a great resource.

“Our anticipation for building on our recent progress is at its height and Emma will be a great piece to that puzzle. I am also excited to have the opportunity to launch her into her collegiate coaching career.”

Inch was an All-ACC Academic selection and twice earned the “Top 6 for Service” award from the conference. She was also an Athletic Director’s Honor Roll selection at Virginia Tech, where she captured the Hokie Spirit Award and was vice president of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

“I am so excited to be here. I think there’s something to be said about being a part of a program on the rise,” Inch said. “That’s something that really energizes me and our whole coaching staff. I’m excited to be a part of this. Coming off of last year’s historic year at Miami, I think this can be something special and I can’t wait to play a part in its growth.”