Duke Swimming & Diving Heads to Knoxville for Key Road Test vs. Tennessee
As the regular season winds down, Duke swimming and diving is packing its bags for a pivotal road meet in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Blue Devils are set to face off against the Tennessee Volunteers in what marks the first of two back-to-back dual meets to close out their schedule.
Originally slated for Saturday, the meet has been bumped up to Friday due to weather concerns. Now a one-day event, competition will kick off at 11 a.m. ET and will be streamed live on SEC Network+, with real-time results available through Meet Mobile.
Women’s Team Riding High
Duke’s women’s squad enters the weekend with momentum and national recognition, currently sitting at No. 20 in the latest CSCAA Top 25 rankings. That ranking isn’t just a number-it’s a reflection of a team that’s been firing on all cylinders.
In their most recent outing, the Blue Devil women put together a commanding 180.5-119.5 win over Georgia Tech at home. It was a performance that showcased both depth and dominance.
Of Duke’s 13 event wins that day, 11 came from the women’s side, with standout performances from Keira Lu, Audrey Portello, and Tatum Wall, each collecting two individual victories. That kind of production across multiple events is exactly what you want to see heading into a high-caliber matchup like this one.
Men’s Team Looking to Rebound
On the men’s side, Duke is aiming to bounce back after a tough 186-112 loss to Georgia Tech. Despite the final score, there were bright spots. Ryan Griffith and Jack Smith led the charge, notching strong individual showings that the Blue Devils will look to build on in Knoxville.
This meet offers a chance for the men’s team to reset and refocus as they take on a strong SEC opponent. With the postseason looming, every race now carries that extra bit of weight-not just in terms of results, but in how the team sharpens its execution under pressure.
What’s Next
After Knoxville, Duke will wrap up the regular season just down the road in Chapel Hill at the UNC Invitational, running from February 4-6. It’s a quick turnaround, but also an opportunity to fine-tune ahead of championship season.
For now, all eyes are on Tennessee. With the women’s team surging and the men’s squad hungry to respond, this meet is more than just another stop on the schedule-it’s a measuring stick for where Duke stands heading into the final stretch.