In a thrilling display of aquatic prowess, the Texas Men's Swimming and Diving team clinched their 47th consecutive conference title at the 2026 Southeastern Conference Championship. Held at the Allan Jones Intercollegiate Aquatic Center in Knoxville, the Longhorns showcased their dominance with a total of 1449.5 points, comfortably outpacing No.
4 Florida and No. 9 Tennessee.
Under the guidance of head coach Bob Bowman, now in his second year, Texas continues its storied legacy with this victory marking their 68th conference title overall. The team has consistently performed at an elite level across three leagues since their 1980 Southwest Conference triumph.
The Longhorns kicked off the evening session with an impressive sweep in the men's 200-yard IM. Hubert Kós led the charge, setting a pool record with a time of 1:40.53, followed closely by teammates Baylor Nelson and Camden Taylor. Campbell McKean added depth with a strong fourth-place finish.
In the 100-yard freestyle, Garrett Gould secured a sixth-place finish, clocking in at 41.82. Hubert Kós continued to impress with a runner-up finish in the 200-yard backstroke, while Will Modglin and Kyle Peck contributed with top-eight finishes.
The night concluded with a second-place finish in the 400-yard freestyle relay, featuring the talents of Rafael Fente-Damers, Camden Taylor, Garrett Gould, and Hubert Kós.
The Longhorns' gold medal haul included standout performances such as:
- A record-breaking 800-yard freestyle relay by Rafael Fente-Damers, Baylor Nelson, Rex Maurer, and Camden Taylor.
- Nate Germonprez's victories in the 100-yard breaststroke and 200-yard breaststroke, the latter setting an SEC record.
- Hubert Kós's record-setting 100-yard backstroke.
Silver medals were no less impressive, with Nick Harris shining in 1-meter diving and the team excelling in multiple relay events. Bronze finishes added to the team's depth, showcasing their comprehensive talent across various events.
In the team standings, Texas led the pack, followed by Florida, Tennessee, and Georgia. This championship reinforces the Longhorns' status as a powerhouse in collegiate swimming and diving, setting a high bar for the competition.