Swim and Dive Celebrates 12 Seniors at Friday’s Meet vs. Mount St. Mary’s
The American University swimming and diving team will honor its senior class during a special ceremony on Friday, January 16, 2026. This recognition will take place before their final home meet against Mount St. Mary’s, scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. The Senior Day ceremony is set for 3:50 p.m. on the pool deck.
Meet Overview
This meet serves as an important preparation for the upcoming Patriot League Championships in February. The events will unfold in the following sequence:
- Senior Ceremony (3:50 p.m.)
- 3-Meter Diving
- 200 Medley Relay
- 1000 Freestyle
- 200 Freestyle
- 50 Freestyle
- 200 Individual Medley
- Break
- 1-Meter Diving
- 100 Butterfly
- 100 Freestyle
- 100 Backstroke
- 500 Freestyle
- 100 Breaststroke
- 200 Freestyle Relay
The upcoming meet will also be available for viewing live on YouTube for fans unable to attend in person.
Parking Information
Parking will be available at the Katzen Arts Center and the School of International Service. Standard hourly garage rates will apply from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Recent Performance Against Mount St. Mary’s
The last face-off between American University and Mount St. Mary’s occurred in October 2023. The women’s team achieved a decisive victory, winning eight of twelve events, while the men secured four wins. Noteworthy performances included:
- Kate Williams, a junior, won the 200 meter freestyle and 400 meter freestyle.
- Isabel McGovern contributed to the women’s 200 freestyle relay victory and also claimed first in the 50 butterfly.
- Diver Peyton Thurman won the 1-meter diving event with a score of 221.70.
2025-26 Season Highlights
This season has been marked by significant achievements for both the women’s and men’s teams. Key successes include:
