Purple Eagles traveled to Ocala, Fla., for the National Invitational Championship, setting three program records during the three-day event, with standout performances from freshman Alaina Pitton and Thomas Latimer.

The Big Picture

The team's success at the national meet marks a significant milestone in their development and reflects their commitment to competing at the highest levels in collegiate swimming.

By the Numbers
  • Alaina Pitton set two program records: 50 breast (28.43) and 100 IM (56.97).
  • Thomas Latimer broke the 400 IM record with a time of 3:55.91.
State of Play
  • Milestone achievement as the team competed in their first-ever NIC meet.
  • Recognition for the swimmers for their dedication in training beyond the conference championships.
  • Looking ahead, select Purple Eagles aim to qualify for the USA and Canada Olympic Trials in a forthcoming long course meet.
What's Next

Select team members will seek qualification for the USA and Canada Olympic Trials in a competition hosted by the CSCAA on Sunday, March 17.

Bottom Line

The Purple Eagles' performance at the NIC meet underscores their dedication, setting new records and showcasing their potential in collegiate swimming, with a focus on future Olympic trial qualifications.