Utah's Holly Waxman, Kathryn Grant, and Emilia Nilsson Garip secure spots in the 3m diving event at the NCAA Championships, marking the first time three female divers from the university have qualified. Head diving coach Richard Marschner praises the team's exceptional performance at the NCAA Zone E Championships, where all seven events participated in have resulted in qualifications for the Nationals. Waxman, Nilsson Garip, and Grant impress in the prelims and finals, positioning themselves well for the upcoming National Championship competition.

The Big Picture

Utah's female diving team achieves historic success by securing spots at the NCAA Championships, showcasing their talent and determination in the competition.

By the Numbers
  • Waxman scored 317.40 in the prelims, securing second place, and 288.75 in the finals for a fifth-place finish.
  • Nilsson Garip earned 313.55 in the prelims, placing third, and 314.05 in the finals, moving up to second place.
  • Grant accumulated 285.30 in the prelims, securing ninth place, and improved to 291.30 in the finals, finishing in seventh place.
State of Play
  • Utah's diving team demonstrates exceptional performance, with all participating events resulting in qualifications for the NCAA Championships.
  • The team's success at the NCAA Zone E Championships sets a positive tone for the upcoming National Championship competition.
What's Next

The remaining competition in Arizona includes the men's 1m and women's platform events, offering further opportunities for the Utah swimming and diving programs to excel.

Bottom Line

Utah's female diving team makes history with Waxman, Grant, and Nilsson Garip securing spots at the NCAA Championships, displaying exceptional talent and potential for success at the upcoming National Championship.