Hugo Gonzalez

The Biggest Storylines To Watch For At the Cal vs. ASU Dual Meet

Both the Cal men and Arizona State men are expected to have season debuts from NCAA title contenders this weekend in Tempe.

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2022-2023 NCAA Men’s Power Rankings: New Year’s Edition

Jordan Crooks and Gui Caribe’s sensational performances at midseason invites have launched Tennessee into the top 10 for the first time this season.

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The Week That Was in College Swimming (Week 10) – Wild Predictions

This week, we’re taking a look at the NCAA related wild 2023 predictions, as well as the races that we’re most excited for at 2023 NCAAs.

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The Week that Was In College Swimming: Midseason Madness Part II

Welcome back to The Week That Was In College Swimming, where every week we’ll take a look at some of the highlights from around the NCAA in all three divisions.

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After Invites, Marchand, G. Walsh, MacNeil, Nocentini, And Stokowski Remain Undefeated

After midseason invites, only five out of the seventeen originally undefeated swimmers from top 25 NCAA programs remain unbeaten individually.

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The Week That Was In College Swimming: Midseason Madness Part I

Welcome to The Week That Was In College Swimming, where we’re recapping the madness that came out of the first weekend of midseason invites.

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NCAA Champion Hugo Gonzalez Returning To Cal For Second Semester

The reigning NCAA champion in the 400 IM, Gonzalez has confirmed that he will return to Cal in 2023 as the Bears aim to defend their national title.

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Leon Marchand’s 3:33.65 Makes Him Third-Fastest 400 IMer Ever

ASU sophomore Leon Marchand took down his second pool record in as many nights at the Wolfpack Invite, this time with a new personal best in the 400 IM. 

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2022 NC State/GAC Invite: Day 2 Finals Live Recap

Claire Curzan was the top qualifier in both the 100 fly and 100 back this morning, but she’ll be challenged by Torri Huske and Katherine Berkoff in each.

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Headed Into Midseason Invites, Which NCAA Swimmers Remain Undefeated?

As of November 13, at least 17 swimmers from top 25 DI NCAA programs have yet to lose an individual race. Who will end up with a perfect season?

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Five Male Swimmers Who Could Breakout In The 2022-23 NCAA Season

The newly crowned U.S. national champion in the 400 IM, Florida senior Kevin Vargas seems on the precipice of a breakthrough in yards this NCAA season.

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College Swimming Previews: #1 Cal Men Seeking First Repeat as Champions Since 2012

Cal had a tremendous 2021-2022 season, winning the NCAA title by a healthy margin over the defending champion Texas Longhorns.

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2022-2023 NCAA Men’s Power Rankings: Pre-Season Edition

Gabriel Jett will be one of many key players for the Cal men this season as they seek a national title defense. For now, we’re picking them to do so.

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SwimSwam Breakdown: Dressel Breaks Silence, US Selections, & Practice Swims

We discussed Caeleb Dressel breaking his silence since leaving the world champs, US selection procedures, and the legitimacy of practice swims

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Hugo Gonzalez Won’t Rejoin Cal for Fall Semester; Unsure About Spring

Hugo Gonzalez, the biggest unknown remaining among potential 5th year swimmers this season, says he is staying home to train in Spain this fall.

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