Maggie Leist joined the EC swim program in 2023 as an assistant coach and was named head coach in 2025. She brings a strong foundation of competitive swimming and athlete development, with a passion for helping swimmers reach their full potential at all levels.
A lifelong athlete, Coach Leist began swimming at age five. She was a four-year letter winner at Skyline High School, qualifying for District and State each year while competing with the Issaquah Swim Team. She went on to swim Division 1 at Pepperdine University, specializing in butterfly and individual medley events.
Before joining EC, Coach Leist spent four years coaching the Klahanie Swim Team. She draws on her extensive experience as an athlete and coach to instill confidence, discipline and love for the sport in her swimmers. Her coaching philosophy focuses on helping student-athletes grow into the best versions of themselves, both in and out of the water.
Outside of coaching, Coach Leist enjoys CrossFit, traveling in her sprinter van, enjoying the great outdoors and spending time with her beagle, Bingo.