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California Institute of Technology

Hall of Honor

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Michael Greene

  • Class
    1996
  • Induction
    2024
  • Sport(s)
    Swim & Dive, Water Polo
Greene enters the Hall of Honor after an accomplished career in the water, collecting three All-SCIAC nods in swimming and two All-SCIAC selections in water polo.

A Caltech Outstanding Athlete (1996), two-time Caltech Male Athlete of the Year (1995, 1996), four-time Campbell Trophy Winner (one of just two ever) and two-time Men's Water Polo Coach's Cup winner, Greene played a major role in the success of both teams, serving as captain for both programs.

In swimming, Greene cemented his name in the history books at the 1996 SCIAC Championships, nabbing the 400 IM title in a stacked and exhilarating race. One year earlier at the 1995 Championships, the star made history in the 50-yard freestyle with a school record-breaking time of 21.61 seconds; this came on top of a fourth-place finish in the 400 IM.

The 1994 Conference Champs saw Greene lead the Beavers to a new school record in the 200-yard freestyle relay; the team made history with a blazing 1:30.55 performance. One year earlier — in just his first collegiate season — the standout finished runner-up at the meet in the 400 IM.

Greene also picked up major points in regular season dual meets throughout his career, helping lead the Beavers to 11 regular season wins.

In water polo, the standout's two All-SCIAC Second Team nods come in addition to multiple other accolades. Greene received the title of Most Valuable Freshman and collected All-Tournament honors at the 1995 Caltech Classic Water Polo Tournament, leading the team in scoring with 12 goals. He often led the group in scoring while also playing at a high level on the defensive end.
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