Sun Devil Swimmers Set to Make Waves at 2025 U.S. Open in Austin
The Sun Devil Swimming program is sending a powerhouse group of 20 athletes to the 2025 U.S. Open Swimming Championships, kicking off Wednesday at the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center in Austin. With a mix of Olympic medalists, rising stars, and deep event coverage, Arizona State is bringing both talent and depth to one of the biggest meets of the winter.
The U.S. Open runs from Wednesday, Dec. 3 through Saturday, Dec. 6, with all events swum in long course meters-an important distinction as swimmers look to post qualifying times for international competition.
Wednesday’s action begins with timed finals of the men’s and women’s 1500m freestyle at 3 p.m. MST.
Starting Thursday, prelims will begin daily at 8 a.m. MST, with finals sessions at 5 p.m.
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Headliners: Marchand and Kharun Ready to Shine
All eyes will be on Leon Marchand, the four-time Olympic gold medalist who’s set to compete in five events this week. Marchand continues to be one of the most dominant swimmers on the planet, and every time he hits the water, there’s a chance we see something special. He’ll swim the 100 fly, 100 breast, 100 back, 200 fly, and 400 free-an ambitious lineup that showcases his remarkable versatility.
Joining him is Ilya Kharun, an Olympic bronze medalist in his own right, who’s slated for four events: the 50 free, 50 fly, 100 fly, and 200 fly. Kharun’s sprint-fly combo is elite, and he’s a serious contender to top the podium in multiple races.
Full Sun Devil Lineup: Depth Across the Board
This isn’t just a two-man show, though. The Sun Devils are bringing a well-rounded squad with athletes covering everything from sprints to distance, strokes to medleys. Here’s a breakdown of who’s swimming what:
- Adam Chaney will be in the mix in the 50 back, 50 free, 100 free, and 100 back-expect him to be a factor in the sprint events.
- Deniz Ertan is tackling a grueling schedule with the 1500, 400, and 800 free, plus the 400 IM and 200 fly.
She’s built for endurance and thrives in high-volume meets like this.
- JT Ewing will swim the 200 IM, 200 free, and 200 back, while Remi Fabiani and Shane Golland will focus on sprint freestyle and fly events.
- Reece Grady is another distance specialist, taking on the 1500, 400, and 800 free, along with the 400 IM.
- Jordan Greber, Michael Hochwalt, and Sonia Vaishnani bring strong IM lineups, with Hochwalt also entered in the 200 fly and 800 free.
- Jonny Kulow, Quin Seider, and Filip Senc-Samardzic will be key players in the 50, 100, and 200 free events-expect some fast splits and tight finishes.
- Lindsay Looney, a veteran presence, is set for the 100 and 200 fly, 200 free, and 400 free.
Her experience could be a difference-maker in the finals.
- Tommy Palmer and Tolu Young will be busy in sprint fly and free events, while Miriam Sheehan is entered in six races, including all three 50s (back, free, fly) and three 100s (fly, back, free)-a demanding schedule that speaks to her speed and range.
- Zoe Summar, Gerda Szilagyi, Julia Ullmann, and Lucie Vasquez round out the women’s roster, covering everything from breaststroke to backstroke to IM.
How to Watch
Fans can catch prelims live on the USA Swimming Network starting at 8 a.m. MST Thursday through Saturday.
Finals will be available on Peacock at 5 p.m. MST on Thursday and Friday, and back on the USA Swimming Network for Saturday’s finals session.
Live results will be posted throughout the meet on the Omega Timing website, so you can track every split, finish, and podium moment in real time.
Order of Events (All Races in Meters)
Wednesday PM
- 1500 freestyle timed finals
Thursday
- AM Prelims: 50 back, 400 free, 200 IM, 50 breast, 50 free
- PM Finals: 50 back, 400 free, 200 IM, 50 breast, 50 free
Friday
- AM Prelims: 100 fly, 400 IM, 100 breast, 100 back, 200 free
- PM Finals: 100 fly, 400 IM, 100 breast, 100 back, 200 free
Saturday
- AM Prelims: 800 free, 50 fly, 200 back, 200 breast, 100 free, 200 fly
- PM Finals: 800 free, 50 fly, 200 back, 200 breast, 100 free, 200 fly
With one of the deepest and most talented rosters in the country, the Sun Devils are poised to make a serious impact in Austin. Whether it’s Marchand chasing more history, Kharun lighting up the fly events, or the next wave of ASU talent breaking through, this week promises to be a showcase of elite-level swimming-and a glimpse into what’s ahead for the program on the national and international stage.