Inspiring performances marked day three of the NCAA Championships for Bates swimmers, with two individuals and two relay teams securing All-America honors. Men's swimmer Marrich Somridhivej impressed by breaking his own school record in the 100-yard breaststroke, finishing 15th overall. Meanwhile, Sophie Cassily had a standout performance in the 100-yard backstroke, clinching ninth place and All-America honors. The women's 800-yard freestyle relay team also excelled, finishing 10th. The men's 800-yard freestyle relay team earned All-America honors as well, placing 16th.

By the Numbers
  • Men's team: 32nd place at NCAAs
  • Women's team: 15th place at NCAAs
State of Play
  • Women's team in 15th place, men's team in 32nd place at NCAAs
  • Action concludes Saturday with prelims at 10 am and finals at 6 pm
Bottom Line

Bates swimmers delivered stellar performances at the NCAA Championships, securing multiple All-America honors and positioning the teams well in the overall standings.