McKendree University men's swimming and diving moved into second place at the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championships on day three. The Bearcats earned two first-place finishes and two third-place finishes, with standout performances from junior Jackson Lustig and junior Alireza Yavari.

Why It Matters

The success at the GLVC Championships positions McKendree University favorably in the standings, showcasing the team's competitive edge and the individual athletes' accomplishments.

By the Numbers
  • Indianapolis leads the team results with 785 points, followed closely by McKendree with 735 points.
  • Junior Jackson Lustig swam an NCAA 'B' provisional time of 46.68 in the 100 butterfly.
  • Junior Alireza Yavari secured a first-place finish in the 200 freestyle with a time of 1:36.11, with several Bearcats achieving NCAA 'B' times in the race.
State of Play
  • McKendree University is currently in second place at the GLVC Championships, trailing behind Indianapolis.
  • Upcoming events on day four include the 500 freestyle, 100 backstroke, 100 breaststroke, 200 butterfly, and 200 freestyle relay.
What's Next

The team looks forward to the upcoming events, aiming to maintain their competitive performance and potentially secure more top finishes in the remaining races of the GLVC Championships.