Sailfish Swim Team

Ronald De Altier Pickard is a former international competitive swimmer, aquatics professional, and public safety leader with decades of experience in athletics, safety instruction, and community leadership. Known for his disciplined approach to performance and mentorship, Pickard has built a career that bridges elite athletics, public service, and aquatic program management.

International Swimming Career

Pickard represented his country at the highest levels of international competition. His swimming career includes participation in major global championships and international games:

• 1988 Summer Olympics — Seoul, South Korea
• 1987 Pan American Games — Indianapolis, Indiana
• 1986 FINA World Championships — Madrid, Spain

These experiences established Pickard as a respected competitor and laid the foundation for his continued leadership within aquatics and coaching environments.

Hi everyone! I'm Melody Giberson, originally from Atlanta, GA. I moved to the area to swim and attend college at Georgia Southern, and recently relocated to Savannah for work. Being away from the pool made me realize how much I missed swimming, so I'm incredibly excited to be part of this team! I've been in the water for as long as I can remember and swam competitively through all four years of college at Georgia Southern. Throughout that time, I had the opportunity to be part of several teams, which helped me develop a deep appreciation for every aspect of the sport.

For the past 8+ years, I've been teaching private swim lessons to swimmers of all ages and skill levels, helping them build confidence and feel comfortable in the water. This past year, 1 also coached my own swim team in Statesboro, which was an experience I absolutely loved. Coaching has really strengthened my passion for helping swimmers grow, improve, and enjoy the process. I'm really looking forward to getting to know everyone, bringing positive energy to the pool, and being part of an amazing season!