Kenyon College senior diver Israel Zavaleta made history by winning his third consecutive three-meter diving title at the NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving Championship, placing the team in fifth with 67 points. Zavaleta's triumph marked his fifth overall diving title and solidified his position as the most decorated diver in Kenyon men's program history.

The Big Picture

Israel Zavaleta's exceptional performance highlights the dominance of Kenyon College in the NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving Championship.

By the Numbers
  • Zavaleta's final score: 606.65, with impressive scores of 67.50, 69.00, and 73.50 on his last three dives.
  • Trent Makowiec of SUNY Geneseo finished second with a score of 552.85.
State of Play
  • New York University leads the overall standings with 81 points, followed closely by Williams College with 79.5 points.
  • Kenyon College sits in fifth place with 67 points, showcasing a strong start to the championship.
Bottom Line

Israel Zavaleta's historic achievement and Kenyon College's performance position them as strong contenders in the NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving Championship, with the team poised to capitalize on their current momentum.