Events: 100-meter butterfly, backstroke, and freestyle
Hails from: Vallejo, CA
Western inspiration: “Because we lived in California and had a pool in our backyard, I started swimming lessons at a very young age and have been swimming ever since.”
All (green) thumbs: At home in Lafayette, Natalie tends seven terraced gardens and her five chickens – she even makes her own compost tea. “I love spending time in the garden - it’s a good way for me to get my mind off the pool and off the training and just be in the moment.”
Best day trip: “I love to drive down to Tomales Bay and go to one of the oyster farms. Hog Island is a favorite, it’s beautiful and right on the water. You shuck your own oysters and get some cheese and a beer or glass of wine.”