SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- Head coach Lindsie Micko announced Monday the signing of Emily Alama for the 2019-20 season.

"For a long time Emily has been excited about being a Viking and we are excited to have her be a part of our swimming program," Micko said. "She will have the opportunity to develop and help build depth in multiple events."

Alama is a native of Watertown, S.D. where she attended Watertown High School. She is the second South Dakota signee in recent weeks for the Vikings.  For the Arrows, she was a four-year letter winner on the varsity swim team.

In high school, she had an 'AA' time in the 50 freestyle, 'A' time in the 50 freestyle and 'A' time in the 100 freestyle.

Alama plans to major in Biology/Psychology with a minor in Spanish. After college, Alama wants to be in the medical research field while also staying close to the pool as a swim coach.