Sophomore: Mike adds
depth in the individual
medley and breaststroke
events. He recorded a personal
best in the 500-free
at the Purdue Invitational
with a time of 4:40.98.
Freshman: Mike swam in numerous events
during his freshman season. A versatile
swimmer, he competed in the 100 and
200-breast, 200 and 400-IM, 100-back,
500-free and 400-free relay.
Prep: Michael
came to the University of Louisville from
Portland, Oregon, where he swam for Jim
Bowe at David Douglas High School and
Skip Runkle at Mt. Hood Aquatics. Michael
tied for tenth placed in the 400-IM at the
2008 Short Course Juniors. His high school
took first place at the Oregon School Activities
Association 6A State Championship in
2008. Some of his swimming achievements
include US Open Qualifier, a tenth place
finish at Junior Nationals, David Douglas
Senior Athlete of the Year, five time All-
American, and a team captain.
Personal:
He is the son of Burt and Anne Stratton.
Born August 28, 1990. His intended major
is computer information systems.