Dave was an outstanding swimmer for the Warren YMCA and WAHS, placing in the state championships. At Slippery Rock University, he set records in the 100 yard backstroke, 200 yard backstroke, and the medley relay. Dave qualified for the NCAA meet in 1974 and earned All-American status in the 100 yard backstroke and the 400 freestyle relay. Continuing his swimming in the masters division, Dave placed in the top 8 places in 1993 in 5 separate events. In 1994, Dave was the national champion in the 50 backstroke and placed 4th in the 50 butterfly, 5th in the 100 individual medley, and 7th in the 50 yard freestyle.
