Random Stats and Figures for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials
Bella Sims is entered in 11 events, the youngest qualifier is 13 years-old, and more random facts as we got down and nerdy with the entry lists.
2024 U.S. Olympic Trials: #5 Drew Kibler Out of 400 Free Prelims (Day 1 Scratches)
It’s a light session for scratches, but five men including Kibler are out of the 400 free. Bella Sims is out of the 100 fly to focus on the 400 free.
Emma McKeon Becomes Australia’s Oldest Olympic Swimming Qualifier in 32 Years
Just two weeks after her 30th birthday, Australia’s most decorated Olympian made history in another way with her gold medal swim in the 100 fly.
Stanford All-American Luke Maurer Transferring to USC For Fifth Year
The Trojans are headed by his mother, Lea Maurer, who will enter her third year at the helm of the program in the 2024-25 season.
2024 Olympic Trials Previews: Will Ryan Murphy Stay Atop the 200 Back Field?
While Murphy has been a mainstay on the international stage since 2016, a tightly-bunched field behind him will seek to make their mark in Indy.
2024 Olympic Trials Previews: Regan Smith Surges Further Ahead of Crowded 100 Back Field
After resetting her own American record, Smith looks poised to easily make her second Olympic team. Behind her, a bloodbath is brewing.
2024 U.S. Olympic Trials Previews: Grimes Leads Young Talent in 400 IM
Katie Grimes fired a warning shot at the American Record last summer, and without Alex Walsh in the field, the second spot looks wide open.
Herbie Behm Promoted to Head Coach of Arizona State Following Bowman’s Departure
Associate head coach Herbie Behm will lead the next chapter of the Sun Devils after head coach Bob Bowman announced his move to Texas.
NYU’s Kaley McIntyre Named CSCAA Swimmer of the Year for Women’s DIII Swimming
McIntyre swept the 50-100-200 freestyle at the championships, setting new NCAA DIII records in the 50 and 100. NYU placed 3rd overall.
Connecticut College’s Justin Finkel Named CSCAA Swimmer of the Year for Men’s DIII Swimming
Finkel won the 500 free and 200 fly, upsetting the reigning record-holder and champion in the latter. He also placed 4th in the 200 free.
Kenyon Women Win 25th NCAA Division III Title
The Owls are the winningest team in DIII swimming and diving history. They scored 448 points to secure their 25th national title in program history.
Emory Men Claim Three-Peat at 2024 NCAA Division III Championships
The Eagles won their first team title in 2017 and now have four titles under their belt. They amassed 434 points over four days of competition.
2024 NCAA Division III Championships: Day 4 Finals
The final day of competition in Greensboro features the 1650 free, 100 free, 200 back, 200 breast, women’s 3-meter, and 400 free relay.
WashU Senior Alex McCormick Wins Elite 90 Award (DIII)
Alex McCormick majors in mechanical engineering with a 4.0 GPA and owns three individual school records in the 100 back, 200 back, and 200 IM.
Eleanor McGrath Wins Colby College’s First Elite 90 Award (DIII)
Colby senior Eleanor McGrath, who majors in Environmental Science, has won the women’s Elite 90 Award for D3 swimming and diving.
