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Egeland is a talented freestyler and butterflyer.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding his commitment, he said:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>&#8220;I\u2019m stoked to announce my commitment to swim and study at the University of Arizona! Special thanks to my family and Coach Jim for making this all possible. Thank you to Coach Ben, Coach Pete, the team, and the staff in Tucson for giving me such an awesome opportunity!&#8221;<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Egeland, who trains year-round with Bend Swim Club, raced to 14th place in both the 200 free and 500 free at Juniors West back in December. He most recently earned five best times at the PN BC Premier Invitational in March. 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