Wheaton Men's Swimming finishes second at CCIW Championships by a razor-thin margin, with Augustana securing a second-consecutive trophy by historically-slim four-point lead, marking the closest men's conference title race since 1979. Senior Anthony Fitzgerald named CCIW Men's Swimming Student-Athlete of the Year for the third time, while freshman Isaac Eilmes earns CCIW Men's First-Year Student-Athlete of the Meet.

The Big Picture

While Wheaton's men's swimming team fell just short of reclaiming the conference championship, their remarkable performances at the CCIW Championships highlighted a legacy of excellence and a promising future.

By the Numbers
  • Wheaton men's team earned 839 points, finishing just four points behind Augustana.
  • Isaac Eilmes won the 400-yard individual medley title and became the CCIW Men's First-Year Student-Athlete of the Meet.
State of Play
  • Augustana secured a second-consecutive trophy with a narrow victory over Wheaton.
  • The Thunder men's team showcased exceptional talent and determination throughout the championships.
  • Despite finishing as runners-up, Wheaton's performance exemplified their competitiveness and potential for future success.
What's Next

As Wheaton men's swimming reflects on the close defeat and outstanding achievements of the 2023-24 season, they will use this experience as motivation to strive for even greater success in the upcoming 2024-25 season.

Bottom Line

Wheaton Men's Swimming team narrowly misses reclaiming the CCIW championship, with standout performances from Anthony Fitzgerald and Isaac Eilmes underscoring their excellence and potential, setting the stage for an exciting journey ahead in the next season.