Washington State Swimming Dominates in Dual Meet Against Northern Colorado, Moves to 4-0 on the Season
In a commanding return to the pool, Washington State Swimming opened the 2026 calendar with a statement win, taking 12 of 15 events en route to a 174-105 victory over Northern Colorado on Friday night in Greeley, Colorado. The Cougars not only stayed perfect on the season at 4-0 in dual meets, but extended their unbeaten streak to 12 straight over the past two years - a run that’s starting to feel more like a defining era than a hot streak.
Revitt, Castro Lead the Charge
Sophomore Darcy Revitt was the headliner in this one, racking up three individual wins and anchoring a Cougars squad that looked sharp across the board. Junior Jade Castro added a pair of victories of her own, as Washington State’s depth and versatility were on full display from start to finish.
Revitt’s day was a showcase of range and consistency. She claimed wins in the 50 breast, 100 free, and 100 IM - a trio of events that demand different pacing and technique, and she handled all three with poise. Castro, meanwhile, took the 50 back and 200 back, showing off her backstroke proficiency in both the sprint and mid-distance formats.
Depth on Display Early and Often
Washington State wasted no time setting the tone, opening the meet with a win in the 400 medley relay. The quartet of Anna Rauchholz, Emily Lundgren, Issabelle Parrish, and Barbora Mileisyte came out strong, giving the Cougars an early edge they never relinquished.
From there, it became a steady march of podium finishes. Tatum Janning and Lauren Wille went 1-2 in the grueling 1000 free, a race that always tests endurance and mental toughness. Then came the sprint events, where Castro and Revitt picked up their first wins of the night.
Even in events they didn’t win, the Cougars stayed competitive. Mehlika Yalcin grabbed a runner-up finish in the 200 fly, and in the 200 IM, Ariel Wang took the top spot while freshman Georgia Els - making her collegiate debut - touched second. That’s a promising sign for the future, with the South African newcomer already contributing in her first outing.
Veteran Leadership Shines
All-American Emily Lundgren continued her dominant career with a win in the 200 breast, marking her 54th career victory. That kind of consistency is rare, and it’s clear Lundgren remains a cornerstone for this program. She later helped close out the meet as part of the 200 free relay team, alongside Mileisyte, Addyson Lewis, and Revitt.
Wille also added a win in the 200 free, and Mileisyte picked up her third win of the season in the 50 fly, rounding out a night where nearly every Cougar swimmer had a hand in the team’s success.
What’s Next
With the win, Washington State improves to 4-0 on the year and keeps their two-season dual meet record spotless at 12-0. The Cougars won’t have much time to rest, though - they’re back in the water Saturday morning for a road matchup against Wyoming.
If Friday’s performance is any indication, this team is locked in and ready to keep the momentum rolling. Between the veteran leadership, emerging young talent, and the ability to win across all strokes and distances, Washington State is looking every bit like a program that’s built to contend - not just now, but for seasons to come.