Febe Westerdahl
Country: Sweden
Date of Birth: 29 June 2006
Sex: Female
Height: 179 cm
Weight: 73 kg
Swimming Profile
Main Events: Breaststroke & Individual Medley
- Best Times
50m Breaststroke: 33.75 (SC) | 34.93 (LC) | 30.40 (Yards)
100m Breaststroke: 1:13.31 (SC) | 1:16.92 (LC) | 1:06.04 (Yards)
100m Individual Medley: 1:07.08 (SC)
200m Individual Medley: 2:26.80 (SC) | 2:33.90 (LC) | 2:12.25 (Yards)
- Training Program
Febe currently trains with Etiska Simsällskapet, a Swedish club of four members. Her weekly program includes a balance of dryland endurance work and intensive swim sessions.
Mon: Dryland endurance (treadmill, rowing, ski erg)
Tue: Technique & speed swim + gym
Wed: Distance & endurance session
Thu: Leg speed & interval work
Fri: Sprint & starts session
Sat: Race simulations in competition suit
Sun: Rest or light active recovery
- Competitive Goals
Febe aims to continue progressing toward high-level competitions, win national titles in Sweden, and ultimately qualify for the Swedish National Team.
- Team roll & Motivation
She describes herself as adaptable — a leader when needed, a supportive teammate always. What drives her most is the challenge, the progress, and the feeling of being in the water. “Even on tough days, you just do it.”
- Proudest Moment
At age 13, Febe competed at her first Junior Swedish Championships. Initially seeded 17th, she placed 4th after one month of dedicated training — a breakthrough moment that confirmed her passion and potential in the sport.
Academic Profile
Graduation Year: 2025
Current GPA: ~2.0–2.5 (C average in Swedish system)
Intended Major: Psychology Intended
Minor/Area of Interest: Art or Design
- Academic Goals
Febe hopes to combine her curiosity about human behavior with her creative side. Her top three college priorities are:
Academic flexibility – to explore both psychology and creativity.
Opportunities after graduation – preparing for future career paths.
Location – finding an environment where she feels comfortable both in and out of the pool.
- About University
Preferred University Type: Medium-sized, open to religious affiliation
Sports/Academic Balance: 75% sports – 25% academics
SAT: Not taken yet
- Top 5 Locations
01 Florida
02 California
03 Texas
04 Arizona
05 North Carolina
- Preferred Enviroment
She would rather be a big fish in a small pond — valuing close coach relationships and a motivating, supportive atmosphere.
Personal & Motivational Insights
How She Started:
Febe began swimming at age 10–11, initially because her family wanted her younger brother to learn. She quickly fell in love with being in the water and soon joined older training groups where she thrived.
Hobbies & Interests:
Outside the pool, she enjoys playing the piano, spending time with friends, exploring new ideas, and taking on creative projects. She’s curious, independent, and always eager to try new experiences.
Five-Year Vision:
Febe sees herself growing as an athlete and person — competing at high levels, developing mentally and physically, and embracing every challenge as a step toward her dream of representing Sweden.
Lessons Learned from Swimming:
Swimming has taught Febe teamwork, adaptability, perseverance, and discipline. She applies these lessons both in sport and everyday life.
Legacy & Personal Mission:
Febe hopes to be remembered as a fun, positive, and hardworking teammate — someone who brings energy to others and leaves a mark through her dedication and spirit.