In Greensboro, N.C., the University of Cincinnati's swimming and diving teams made a splash on the opening day of the Big 12 Championships at the Greensboro Aquatic Center.
The standout performance of the night came from the women's 200 medley relay team. Ellie Schrank, Kate Mardis, Joleigh Crye, and Lindi Worrell clocked in at 1:36.84, securing third place and marking the second-fastest time in the program's history. This was a testament to their skill and synchronization in the pool.
The women's 800 free relay team also delivered an impressive performance. Michelle Morgan, Taira Vroom, Lindi Worrell, and Payton Woodring combined efforts to finish third with a time of 7:13.25, showcasing their endurance and teamwork.
On the men's side, the 200 medley relay team of Sawyer Tapp, Kyle Bumgardner, Joe Swain, and Conner Hogan placed seventh, posting the third-fastest time in Cincinnati's history at 1:26.38. Meanwhile, the 800 free relay team, featuring Owen Chiles, Luke VanDeusen, Aiden Gerst, and Marin De Villard, finished sixth with a time of 6:23.80, demonstrating their competitiveness against strong opposition.
Both the men's and women's diving teams also made waves, each securing fifth place. The women scored 262.70 and the men 320.40, with both teams setting new program records, highlighting their growth and potential.
Cincinnati wrapped up the first day with two podium finishes, three top ten program times, and an individual top ten performance, setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the championships.
Looking ahead to Day 2, fans can anticipate events in the men's and women's 500 Free, 200 IM, and 50 Free, along with the women's 1-meter dive and men's 3-meter dive. The Bearcats are poised to continue their strong showing as the competition unfolds.