The 2024 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Swimming and Diving Championships concluded with Iona men finishing in fifth place and the Iona women in sixth. Michael Faughnan secured his second consecutive MAAC Outstanding Swimmer Award, clinching his third gold medal and leading the team to victory in the final race. Marist College emerged as the overall winner, breaking Rider's decade-plus winning streak.

By the Numbers
  • Marist College ended the decade-plus run of Rider with 664 points
  • Niagara secured second place with 533 points
  • Iona men finished in fifth place with 397 points
  • Iona women climbed to sixth place with 307 points
State of Play
  • Michael Faughnan claimed his third gold medal of the meet, setting a new school record in the 200-yard backstroke
  • The men's 400-yard Freestyle Relay team, anchored by Faughnan, set a new school record
  • Freshman Anabel Huffstutler took bronze in the 1650-Freestyle for the Iona women
What's Next

The team will look to build on this performance and prepare for future competitions, aiming to improve their rankings and individual records.

Bottom Line

Iona's swim team demonstrated remarkable skill and determination at the MAAC Championships, led by Michael Faughnan's outstanding performance, signaling a potential for further success and growth in future competitions.