University of Utah diver Holly Waxman made history by becoming the first Utah diver to achieve All-American honors three times in one season, securing a 14th place finish in the women's platform at the NCAA Women's Swimming and Diving Championships in Athens, Georgia. Her accomplishment marks the first time a Utah diver has achieved such recognition in all three diving events, contributing to the team's seventh-highest total points from diving events and 25th overall.

By the Numbers
  • Holly Waxman scored 252.90 points in the preliminary round, earning her 15th place in the platform B final.
  • Waxman finished 14th in the women's platform with a final score of 248.20 points.
State of Play
  • Holly Waxman's historic achievement makes her one of only two women to finish in the top 16 at nationals in the 1m, 3m, and platform.
  • The Utes collected 22 total points from diving events, the seventh-highest total in the competition.
What's Next

Utah's swimmers and divers, Jaek Horner and Elias Petersen, will compete in the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships from March 27 – 30.

Bottom Line

Holly Waxman's exceptional performance has not only made history for the University of Utah but has also underlined the team's strong presence at the national level, setting a promising trajectory for the future of the program.