MEET NOTES: Eastern Michigan takes on Buffalo in MAC matchup

The following is a press release courtesy of Eastern Michigan University:

YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) — Eastern Michigan University’s men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams will take on Mid-American Conference opponent the University at Buffalo Saturday, Jan. 24, inside the friendly confines of Jones Natatorium.

Both the men and women have had success all-time in the battle with the Bulls.  The men have marked up a perfect 14-0 all-time record dating back to the 1999-2000 campaign, while the women have dropped just two duals for a 14-2 history with Buffalo.  Last year, the men and women had a strong meet against the Bulls as they both picked up a victory along with decisive wins over Big Ten opponent Michigan State University.  The men took down the Bulls in a 195-105 decision, while the women had a tighter victory, 152-148.

Saturday also marks the celebration of Senior Day for the women’s swimming and diving team, as it is their last home dual inside Jones Natatorium.  The team will honor seven seniors who have impacted the program over their four years as Eagles, including:  Lauren Dark (diving), Monica Dorszewski(breaststroke), Sara Ghaffari (sprints/butterfly), Jessie Godlewski (butterfly/IM), Melynee Saya (diving),Karly Taylor (diving), and Pauline Vigneron (freestyle/butterfly).

The meet is slated to start at 1 p.m.  Live results will be available through EMUEagles.com.

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