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Embrey Mill Swim Park Named After Stafford Olympian

Embrey Mill Recreation Center slated to be built by fall 2015

A new indoor aquatics facility will be named after Stafford native and two-time Olympic gold medalist Jeff Rouse.

Rouse competed in the 1992 and 1996 Olympic Games and won gold in the 4×100 medley relay both years, and won gold in the men’s 100-meter backstroke during 1996 games.

The swim park at Embrey Mill will be a public facility maintained by the Stafford County Parks and Recreation Department. Board of Supervisors Chairman Jack Cavalier proposed naming the center after Rouse.

“It’s kind of nice to name things after people in your community that has accomplished something, and he’s an inspiration to others in sports,” said Stafford Rockhill District Supervisor Cord Sterling.

George Washington District Supervisor Bob Thomas said naming buildings after people who are still alive is frowned upon, but the name is warranted in this case.

“[Rouse’s gold medal wins are] probably something that will never happen again for Stafford County,” said Thomas.

Cavalier said Rouse has offered to display some of his medals in the new center. There is also talk about erecting a wall of fame inside the swim facility to honor the accomplishments of other local athletes, said Cavalier.

Work on the $12 million facility is expected to be complete by fall 2015.

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