Max McHugh is an competitive swimmer who represents the United States.
In high school, McHugh excelled in swimming, winning numerous YMCA championship titles and Minnesota state titles, including breaking the national public high school record in the 100 breast (51.62) his senior year. Following in his brother’s footsteps (Conner McHugh, NCAA All-American in the breaststroke events), Max committed to swim for the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
University of Minnesota
2018-2019
At the 2019 NCAA Championships, McHugh garnered 2 individual All-American titles in the 100 and 200 Breaststroke. In the 100, he finished 3rd in 50.52 behind seniors Ian Finnerty and Carsten Vissering. In the 200, McHugh moved up further and touched in 2nd place at 1:49.41, behind senior Andrew Seliskar.