Bristol, Tenn. - Senior Day brought energy and emotion to the pool as the team honored three graduating athletes—
Reese Lauletta,
Cassie Lowe, and
Derin Yerlikaya—while delivering one of the most competitive meets of the season. Although both the men's and women's teams came up short in the final scores, the day was defined by standout swims, school records, and a level of determination that reflected the seniors' impact on the program.
Event Highlights
The meet opened with a major victory in the men's 200 medley relay, where the team secured first place.
Cristobal Amiel set the tone immediately by breaking the school record in the 50 backstroke with a time of 23.90.
In the women's 500 freestyle,
Alice Schoemans delivered a strong performance to take first place. On the men's side, Oliver Toledo matched that success by winning the 500 freestyle with a confident and controlled race.
One of the most impressive swims of the day came from
Matthew Montenegro-Strunk, who won the men's 50 butterfly and set a new school record with a time of 23.14.
The women's 100 breaststroke saw another top finish, with
Katie Koenst taking first place. She later returned to win the women's 100 individual medley and set a new school record of 1:01.34. The men's 100 individual medley also produced a school record, with a winning time of 52.05.
Backstroke events were another highlight.
Abigail Hogben claimed first place in the women's 100 backstroke, while
Cristobal Amiel added another victory by winning the men's 100 backstroke.
Both the women's and men's 200 freestyle relays closed out their events with first-place finishes, showcasing the team's depth and relay strength.
Final Scores
Despite the impressive list of individual and relay victories, the overall team scores favored the opponent. The women's team fell 117.5 to 103.5, and the men's team lost 130 to 93. The final numbers, however, did not fully reflect the competitive spirit and record-setting performances displayed throughout the meet.
Honoring the Seniors
The heart of Senior Day belonged to the three athletes whose leadership and dedication have shaped the program:
Reese Lauletta,
Cassie Lowe, and
Derin Yerlikaya. Their contributions were celebrated by teammates, coaches, and families, marking the end of their careers with pride and appreciation. Their influence will continue to be felt in the culture they helped build and the younger swimmers they inspired.
A Day Defined by Excellence
Senior Day was more than a meet; it was a celebration of commitment, growth, and achievement. With multiple school records broken and a long list of first-place finishes, the team demonstrated resilience and promise for the seasons ahead.
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