2025 ACC Swimming and Diving Championships
The excitement is building for the ACC Championships, starting tonight in Greensboro, NC. This year’s event is special because it combines men’s and women’s championships into a five-day competition for the second time since 2022. Plus, new members Cal, Stanford, and SMU add to the competitive spirit.
Tonight’s events will kick off with the 200 medley relay. The women from UVA hold the record, and they might aim to break it again. Their strategy may involve focusing on the second event, the 800 free relay, which is the only relay record they haven’t claimed yet. There’s chatter about featuring sprint star Gretchen Walsh in that relay.
For the men, the battle for the 200 medley relay is likely a showdown between NC State and Cal. The Wolfpack hold the conference record and previously set the all-time record last year. Meanwhile, Cal poses a significant threat, particularly in the 800 free relay, as they bring back all swimmers from last year’s record-setting team.
- 200 medley relay
- Women’s 1-meter diving
- 800 free relay
- Men’s 3-meter diving
Women’s 200 Medley Relay
- NCAA Record: 1:31.51 (Virginia, 2023)
- ACC Record: 1:31.51 (Virginia, 2023)
- ACC Championship Record: 1:31.73 (Virginia, 2023)
- NCAA ‘A’ Cut: 1:36.24
- NCAA ‘B’ Cut: 1:36.76
The Stanford women emerged victorious with a time of 1:34.05, marking their first win at the ACC Championships. Their outstanding performance places them third in the nation this season. Levenia Sim, Lucy Thomas, Gigi Johnson, and Tori Huske were instrumental in this feat, with Huske delivering a stellar final leg.
Cal closely followed, finishing in 1:34.34. Led by Isabelle Stadden, they maintained a strong lead throughout before finishing just behind Stanford. Louisville claimed third place, highlighting competitive depth in the field.
Men’s 200 Medley Relay
- NCAA Record: 1:20.15 (Florida, 2024)
- ACC Record: 1:20.67 (NC State, 2023)
- NCAA ‘A’ Cut: 1:23.62
- NCAA ‘B’ Cut: 1:23.90
In the men’s 200 medley relay, Cal made a strong impression, winning with a time of 1:21.54. Freshman Yamato Okadome and veteran Bjorn Seeliger played key roles in securing the victory.
Florida State showed impressive skills, particularly from freshman Michel Arkhangelskiy, whose fast butterfly split helped them finish second. NC State rounded out the top three but was without some of their fastest swimmers.
Women’s 1M Diving Finals
Aranza Vazquez from UNC won her third ACC 1m title with a score of 357.40, continuing her streak of excellence in diving events. Miami’s Mia Vallee and Chiara Pellacani also performed well, taking second and third, respectively.
Women’s 800 Free Relay
The Virginia women made history by breaking Stanford’s long-standing relay record with a sensational time of 6:44.13. The team led by Gretchen Walsh showcased impressive talent and depth, securing their place among the elite in college swimming.
Men’s 800 Free Relay and Men’s 3M Diving Finals
As the competition unfolds, anticipation is high for the men’s events. The diving finals will also showcase thrilling performances, and the relays promise exciting finishes as teams strive to set new records and claim victory.
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Bjorn Seeliger,Dare Rose,Jack Alexy,Mason Herbet,Michel Arkhangelskiy,Sam Bork,Sam Hoover,Tommaso Baravelli,Yamato Okadome
