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Fairfield University Sweeps 2026 MAAC Conference Titles

In their second season under head coach Jake Lichter, Fairfield’s swim & dive teams ascended to MAAC conference champions – the men for the first time

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2026 MAAC Fan Guide: Men’s Side Could Come Down To Relay Once Again

Fairfield looks to take back the crown on both the men’s and women’s sides of the MAAC Championships but Niagara is not far behind.

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Vermont Wins CCSU Open Water Festival With Four of Top Five Finishers

Katie Lester was Vermont’s top finisher in the 5k circuit, placing second overall, while Sacred Heart’s Sophia Velleco took the overall victory.

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Freestyler Izzy Torello to Remain In-State, Compete for Sacred Heart University in the Fall

Freestyle specialist Izzy Torello has announced her decision to remain in-state and attend Sacred Heart University this fall.

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Connecticut Native Laura DeGennaro Remains In-State With Commitment to Sacred Heart

Connecticut native Laura DeGennaro has decided to remain in-state, handing her commitment to Sacred Heart for the fall of 2025. 

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2024 NEC Championships: Howard Men and Women Lead, Nwaeze Breaks 50 Free Record on Day 2

Both the Howard men and women made a strong push on Day 2 of the 2024 NEC Championships, while Zuzu Nwaeze broke the women’s 50 free meet record.

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Bryant University Continues Strong Showing on Day 2 of 2023 Gompei Invite

Bryant University continued their impressive showing at the 2023 Gompei Invitational on Saturday, winning seven individual events and three relays.

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Sacred Heart Adds Futures Qualifier Kristen Baker For 2023-24 Season

Baker’s current best time of 57.97 in the 100 backstroke would have made her the fastest performer on the team in the event this past season.

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Sophia Velleco Commits to Join Older Sister Olivia at Sacred Heart University This Fall

Velleco will arrive on campus with times already faster than or nearly as fast as multiple schoool records and will lead the program in multiple events.

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