Nicolas Kokidko Committed to Florida State Swimming
The Miami high school standout announced his pledge to join the Seminoles as a member of the class of 2031.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Swimming
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G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School swimmer Nicolas Kokidko has committed to compete for Florida State University. The Colombian international athlete plans to enroll and begin his collegiate career in the fall of 2027.
Why it matters
The recruitment of a decorated state champion adds depth to the Florida State program as it looks to build on its recent national and conference rankings. Kokidko brings proven competitive experience at both the high school and international levels to the Tallahassee campus.
Kokidko won the 2025 FHSAA Class 4A 500 free title in 4:22.98, while recording times of 1:51.65 and 3:55.93 in the 200 and 400 freestyle events at the Greensboro Futures meet.
The players
Nicolas Kokidko
He is a competitive swimmer from G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School who represents Colombia internationally.
Florida State University
This is a public research university located in Tallahassee that maintains a prominent Division I men's swimming program.
The details
Kokidko, who represents Colombia internationally, will transition from his current training in Miami to the collegiate ranks. His arrival follows recent team performances where the Florida State men finished 6th at the 2026 ACC Championships and 25th at the 2026 NCAA Championships.
Timeline
November 2025: Kokidko won the FHSAA 4A 500 free championship.
2026: Florida State competed in ACC and NCAA championships.
Fall 2027: Kokidko arrives at Florida State University.
Season Trajectory
This commitment provides a long-term roster boost for a Florida State program aiming to improve its standing relative to the 6th-place finish at the 2026 ACC Championships. Recruiting top-tier talent like Kokidko is essential for the team to climb back into the top 20 at the NCAA level.
Kokidko arrives in Tallahassee with a 15:23.94 personal best in the 1650 free, providing immediate distance depth for the Seminoles' roster starting in 2027. His versatility across the 200, 400, and 500 free events will allow the coaching staff to utilize him in multiple relay or individual configurations.
The takeaway
Student-athletes committing to collegiate programs often face an adjustment period transitioning from high school training to high-intensity university competition. Early pledges like this allow both the university and the athlete to plan for long-term academic and athletic success.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by SwimSwam.
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