The University of Northern Iowa (UNI) swim and dive team is set to compete in the highly anticipated Hawkeye Invitational, a three-day event taking place from Thursday through Saturday at the Campus Recreation-Wellness Center in Iowa City. This meet will bring together some of the top collegiate swimming programs, offering a challenging and exciting opportunity for the Panthers.
A Highly Competitive Field at the Hawkeye Invitational
The invitational will feature a strong lineup of universities, including Iowa, Iowa State, San Diego State, Arkansas, Colorado State, Illinois, Kansas, and Nebraska. Each day will commence with preliminary rounds at 10 a.m. CT, followed by the finals at 5 p.m. CT. Fans looking to keep up with the action can tune in via the Meet Mobile app for swimming events and Dive Meets for competitions.
Momentum from the Huskies Invite
UNI heads into the Hawkeye Invitational with significant momentum after an outstanding performance at the Huskies (Coyote) Invite earlier this month, where they secured 11 first-place finishes across various events.
Day 1 Highlights
- 400-Yard Medley Relay: The quartet of Elyse Brayton, Sydney Aird, Hannah Nedder, and Morgan Meyer claimed first place with an impressive time of 3:53.27.
- 50-Yard Freestyle Podium Sweep: Faith Larsen (23.41), Abby Lear (24.16), and Morgan Meyer (24.23) dominated the podium, showcasing UNI’s sprinting strength.
- Individual Standouts:
- Olivia Chambers continued her stellar form, winning the 400-yard individual medley (4:34.77) after securing a Paralympic gold medal earlier this summer.
- Faith Larsen took the top spot in the 100-yard butterfly (56.61).
- Morgan Meyer clinched first place in the 100-yard freestyle (51.87).
- 200-Yard Free Relay: The team of Lear, Meyer, Nedder, and Larsen secured another victory with a time of 1:34.16.
UNI Swim and Dive, Hawkeye Invitational (image via Getty)Day 2 Achievements
- 200-Yard Medley Relay: The Panthers’ relay team of Brayton, Aird, Nedder, and Larsen secured a first-place finish with a time of 1:47.06.
- Notable Individual Performances:
- Morgan Meyer continued her dominance by winning the 200-yard freestyle and securing her third victory of the weekend in the 100-yard freestyle (52.23).
- Elyse Brayton emerged victorious in the 200-yard backstroke (2:07.48).
- 400-Yard Free Relay: The team of Meyer, Lear, Domnick, and Larsen concluded the meet with a first-place finish in 3:29.00.
Strong Performances
UNI’s divers also showcased their prowess:
- Three-Meter Dive: Erica Peters took second place with a score of 239.05, while Maddie Moran secured third with a personal-best score of 234.10.
- One-Meter Dive: The Panthers swept the podium, with Peters (249.45), Trista Thompson (248.25), and Moran (222.75) claiming the top three spots.
Looking Ahead to the Hawkeye Invitational
As the Panthers prepare for the Hawkeye Invitational, they bring confidence and momentum from their success at the Huskies Invite. With a mix of experienced swimmers, Paralympic-level talent, and a strong dive team, UNI is ready to make a significant impact in Iowa City.
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