Matthew Poulin

Matthew Poulin, a four-time NSISC Champion and graduate of Delta State University with a degree in Exercise Science, is joining Sunkist as the new Head Coach. A product of Mississippi Swimming, Matthew competed for both Sunkist and Brandon High School during his youth, earning Male Swimmer of the Year honors at each program. He brings a deep passion for the sport and is dedicated to helping athletes grow not only in the pool but also as individuals.

Rebecca Busby

Rebecca Busby joins the Sunkist staff to coach the younger groups and assist in implementation of the dry-land program for the Junior groups. She has a Bachelor and Master in Elementary Education, both from Delta State University. She is the Director of Jacob’s Ladder Learning Center in Vicksburg, a school for adults with intellectual disabilities/special needs. Rebecca has been a USA swimming certified coach for 2.5 years. She enjoys coaching and her favorite groups are those with developmental swimmers.  She continues to develop her skill set as a coach by attending coaching clinics. She has three children: Jon Daniel (senior group), Olivia (blue group) and Matthew (blue group) that all participate in the Sunkist Program.

Jonathan Smithson

Isaac Clifton

Isaac Clifton, 18, is currently attending Hinds Community College, where he is majoring in Biology. He swam competitively with the Sunkist Swim Team for six and a half years and represented Northwest Rankin High School for four years. This summer, he served as an assistant coach for the Rez Gators, gaining valuable experience working with younger athletes. Isaac now returns to Sunkist as the coach of the Orange and Blue groups, bringing his enthusiasm for the sport and dedication to helping swimmers grow and succeed.