Darrell Fick, the associate coach of the...

Darrell Fick, the associate coach of the USC men’s swimming team the last five years, has been named head coach of the USC women’s team.

Also, Cynthia Woodhead, a two-time Olympian and former world record-holder, has been named an assistant coach. Woodhead graduated from USC in 1987.

Fick, 32, replaces Don LaMont, who resigned last month after nine years at USC. LaMont, had a 70-25 dual meet record. He coached more than 60 All-Americans and 9 Olympians.