The Northwestern swimming and diving team participated in the 2023 U.S. Open Championships, a long-course racing event. Junior Connor Morikawa had a notable swim, achieving a personal best time in the men's 200 breaststroke and qualifying for the 2024 U.S. Olympic trials. Graduate student Ayla Spitz also performed well, hitting U.S. Olympic trials cut times in the women's events. Northwestern alumni Sophie Angus also had a strong showing. The team will soon return to collegiate competition.

The Northwestern swimming and diving team's participation in the U.S. Open Championships provides an opportunity for athletes to compete in a different format and gain valuable experience. The strong performances from Connor Morikawa and Ayla Spitz highlight the team's talent and potential for success in future competitions.

• Connor Morikawa finished 19th overall in the men's 200 breaststroke with a personal best time of 2:15.52.
• Ayla Spitz qualified for the 'B' finals in the women's 200-meter freestyle and 100-meter backstroke.
• Sophie Angus won the 'B' final of the women's 100 breast and finished 9th overall.

• The Northwestern swimming and diving team took a break from collegiate competition to participate in the U.S. Open Championships.
• They will soon return to collegiate competition on January 13th against the DIII University of Chicago.

The Northwestern swimming and diving team showcased their talent at the U.S. Open Championships, with notable performances from Connor Morikawa, Ayla Spitz, and Sophie Angus. Their success in this competition bodes well for their upcoming collegiate competitions.