Mater Lakes Swimmer Committed to Tennessee
The 15-year-old student athlete plans to join the Volunteers program in fall 2028.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Swimming
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Mater Lakes Academy sophomore Jianna Amores has announced her verbal commitment to swim for the University of Tennessee. The 15-year-old athlete is currently training with eyes on international competition.
Why it matters
Amores has established herself as a top prospect by meeting international qualifying standards in short-course yards. Her path marks a significant step in her development as she prepares to represent the Dominican Republic on the global stage.
The University of Tennessee swim program secured a 2nd place finish at the 2026 SEC Championships and a 5th place result at the 2026 NCAA Division I Championships. While her commitment is set, Amores' future performance times remain the primary variable in her Olympic projection.
The players
Jianna Amores
A 15-year-old student at Mater Lakes Academy who has committed to the University of Tennessee swim team.
University of Tennessee
The collegiate program where Amores is expected to begin her swim career in 2028.
The details
Amores will continue her training in Miami before heading to the Tennessee campus in fall 2028. Before her collegiate career begins, she is expected to compete for the Dominican Republic at the 2027 Pan American Games in Lima. Her qualification times currently meet international standards, supporting her projection as a competitor for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Timeline
October 7, 2026: Announcement of Amores' verbal commitment.
July 23, 2027 – August 8, 2027: Lima 2027 Pan American Games.
Fall 2028: Amores scheduled to begin at the University of Tennessee.
2028: Los Angeles Olympic Games.
Beyond the 305
Amores' commitment aligns with the developmental pipeline seen in top-tier regional sports, where young athletes often compete in events like the Pan American Games before hitting the collegiate level. Her timeline follows the standard pattern for elite swimmers tracking toward a future Olympic appearance.
Local swim fans can watch for Amores' performance at the 2027 Pan American Games to gauge her progress toward the 2028 Olympics. She remains at Mater Lakes Academy until her graduation and enrollment in the fall of 2028.
The takeaway
Amores' early commitment highlights the high level of youth swimming talent currently training in our schools. Fans should look for her entry into the 2027 Pan American Games roster as the next major indicator of her Olympic potential.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Dominican Republic One.
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