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She is young, she is smart, she is fast, she is ambitious, she is hard working and she is definitely the face of our youth in 2017. Meet this champion swimmer girl Kristin Lottering. Grounded by her faith in Christ and her brilliant upbringing this young lady is one to watch for the future. She is proudly coached by Coach Dad – Frank Lottering, head coach at Lottering Aquatics – Limpopo. She is an advocate for human rights and equality and a big animal lover as well.  She has multiple Victrix Ludorum and other titles behind her name. But her ultimate end game is to become one of the world’s greatest female Olympians. She is brave and courageous and embraces ambition.

She says “I want little girls to look up to me one day. I want to be the best me I can be. I want to show people that nothing is impossible if you just believe (a Cinderella story). And dare yourself to do the things that scare you and get out of your comfort zone. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”.

INTERVIEW

Q: At what age did you start Swimming and why?

At the age of five. I love playing in the water and I used to imagine I was a mermaid swimming in the sea with dolphins.

Q: Who are you? Describe yourself as a person and also the qualities you would like to see in yourself in the future.

I’m a big animal lover hence I have a miniature maltese poodle named Beeno. I’m a big fan of people being treated equally regardless of color, gender and creed. I believe in respect and loyalty.

I want little girls to look up to me one day. I want to be the best me I can be. I want to show people that nothing is impossible if you just believe (a Cinderella story). And dare yourself to do the things that scare you and get out of your comfort zone. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.

Q: Would you like to share some highlights about your Swimming events so far?

• I took the Victrix Ludorum at my old school 7 times from the age of 6 to 12.
• At this year’s SA Schools I won a gold medal for the 50m butterfly for girls 13 years old, 2 silver medals for the 50m back and the 100m back.
• At level 3 this year a gold medal for the 50m backstroke, a silver medal for the 100m backstroke and a third place for the 50m butterfly.
• At the Limpopo Championships I took the Victrix Ludorum 3 times.
• I received Limpopo colors 11 times for schools and club.
• I qualified for SA Short Course in 2016 and again for 2017.
• Total medals: 260 medals. Gold- 198 , Silver- 38 , bronze- 24.
• Best times:

50m fly-31:10

50m free- 29:68

50m back- 33:47

100m back- 1:14:12

100m free- 1:06:13

Q: Tell me a little bit about your home and school life?

Our family consists out of 4 members. My blue bulls supporter dad, Frank Lottering who is also my coach. My loving mom, Chrisna Lottering who supports me with everything I do and my awesome sister, Marina Lottering who is my number 1 fan and she is my rock.

I am in Laerskool Thabazimbi. My favourite teacher is juffrou Reeta Grobler who is my math teacher. My friends; Chrisna, Zane, Reane, Jahne, Talita, Elisna, Karla, Kaylin, Mikayla is the reason why I go to school every day(accept for the academics of course) the also support me very much and I am very thankfull for having friends like them.

Q: What is your big dream in life   ?

• I am working to qualify for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.
• I would like to qualify for the World Championships
• To qualify for the World Cup Series and World Championships Short Course.
• To be the greatest woman swimmer of all time.
• To beat the unbeatable.
• To one day be in the same national team as Chad Le Clos, Jarred Crous, Armandt Maritz.

Q: I know you are brilliant little swimmer – but name the one thing that you suck at  ?

Being friendly in the morning. Saying no to sweeties and chocolates which are the devil (Suzelle DIY)

Q: Why is it important to try and excel at academics at school?

• Swimming actually helped me to improve my academics.
• My average last term was 87%.
• Academics is important to me because if it wasn’t for the fact that I had to go to school I would be in the water all day.
• I love to learn new things every day and if I can’t find the solution to something I try until I figure it out.

Q: What is your favorite food? And who must cook it J?

Potato Wedges made especially by Marina.

Q: Who is your Swimming / art / sport hero?  What have you learned from him / her?

• Swimming; Chad Le Clos. That what happened to his parents didn’t change him it made him stronger. An arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. When life is dragging you back with difficulties it means it’s going to launch you into something great. Never give up.

Q: What is your personal favourite motivational quote?

Win without boasting, lose without excuses.

Q: What is your favourite Bible Verse?

Jeremiah 29:11 “for I know the plans I have for you” declares the Lord plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Q: At this point and time – what are you most grateful for in your life?

That I have a wonderful family that supports me all the way and always make it possible for me to go to galas. And for making me who I am today.

Thank you so much for taking this interview. We would like to wish you all the best for your Swimming, academics and art journey ahead. We look forward to following you as you go from strength to strength. Blessings!

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