Coaches
Head Swim Team Coach - Jon Schutter
Hi!
My name is Jon Schutter. I grew up in Dublin where I grew up up swimming for the Dublin Dolphins, Sean Dragons and Coffman Shamrocks. I attended undergrad at the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Virginia. There I Majored in Psychology and obtained a Commission into the US Army as an Infantry Officer. I served at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska as a Paratrooper in the 11th Airborne Division. Swimming provided me with a foundation that allowed me to lead others and achieve success in adverse circumstances. My goal is to provide a fun summer that your kids can look back on fondly. I want them to feel accomplished at the end no matter what level they feel they are at. I think swimming provides a unique opportunity for kids to problem solve, push themselves and learn thrive in discomfort that positively influences day to day life.
If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to reach out. I look forward to a fun and productive summer
Assistant Swim Team Coach - J.J. Spangler
Coach Spangler is a 2010 Upper Arlington High School graduate, where he participated in both Water Polo and Swimming all years. During his senior season, he won an individual state title in the 100 freestyle.
J.J. has been a coach for eight years; including five year’s as the head men’s Water Polo coach and six as the Assistant Swimming and Diving coach at Upper Arlington High School. He is currently the head Swimming and coach for Dublin Jerome High School and is returning for his second year in leading the TCMV Swim team.
Head Dive Coach – Gunnar Carlson
Coach Gunnar is excited to join the TCC Marlins as the head dive coach for the 2026 summer season! He brings over a decade of experience in the sport, having competed with the Ohio State Dive Club, Olentangy High School, Powell Pool and ACES diving.
Gunnar has been coaching for the past 6 years, including serving as the head coach of the Kinsale Sea Dogs and assistant coach of the Powell Pool. Gunnar has also played a key role in organizing and coaching within the Central Ohio Diving League (CODA Grand Champs), helping to grow the sport across the region.
He is looking forward to bringing his passion, experience, and energy to the Marlins this season!
