E277 - John Shortt: World Junior Gold, Elite Backstroke Turns, and Ireland’s Breakout Moment. Ep 278

John Shortt is emerging as one of the most exciting young backstrokers in the world.

In this episode of The Social Kick Podcast, the Irish standout and World Junior Champion joins us to talk through his rapid rise on the international stage, including his performances at World Juniors and the European Short Course Championships. Known for his closing speed and elite turns, John breaks down the technical details that separate his backstroke and how years of training in a 20-meter pool shaped his underwater skills.

We discuss his development pathway, confidence-building training sets, and how...