Academic Notes: Plans to major in exercise science.

High School: Graduated from Corona del Sol High School in Tempe, Ariz….Swam for head coach Caleb Guest…Named Most Valuable Swimmer at Corona del Sol in 2007 and 2008.

Personal Info: Born Danielle Nicole Palbykin on July 2, 1991…Parents Steve and Kris reside in hometown of Tempe, Ariz….Has two sisters, Lindsay and Brittany…Sister Lindsay swam at Missouri…Enjoys hiking and running in free time.