Brailyn Banks, a talented fourth grader at AOS, is making a splash in the competitive swimming world as she enters her third season as a USA swimmer. At just 8 years old, Brailyn was already proving herself a force to be reckoned with. She set an impressive personal best in both the 25M and 50M Butterfly, with times of 15.87 and 38.52 respectively. Her exceptional performance earned her coveted spots in the 2023-2025 Winter 14 & Under State Competition at Georgia Tech, putting her among the state’s best swimmers. But Brailyn’s success doesn’t stop there. She also qualified in the 50M Breaststroke for the 2024 Long-Course State Competition, further showcasing her versatility in the pool. After an outstanding 2023-24 season, Brailyn ranked 9th in the state of Georgia and 3rd in her division—an incredible achievement for an athlete her age. Currently training with the Metro Atlanta Aquatic Club, Brailyn’s goal is to continue earning qualifying times and positioning herself for future opportunities at higher levels of competition. With her determination and work ethic, Brailyn is focused on achieving her long-term aspirations in the world of competitive swimming.