Cheyenne Mountain's Barrett Kerrigan shattered his 500 freestyle preliminary swim time to clinch the gold medal at the 4A state swimming championships, where the team placed third overall with 265 points behind Silver Creek and Windsor. Despite not securing a team title, Kerrigan's stellar performance exemplified the team's depth and potential for future success.

By the Numbers
  • Cheyenne Mountain finished third in the team standings with 265 points.
  • Barrett Kerrigan triumphed in the 500 freestyle with a time of 4:38.84, significantly improving from his preliminary swim time of 4:52.58.
Yes, But

The team fell short of a third consecutive title but showcased remarkable depth and individual talent.

State of Play
  • Cheyenne Mountain won back-to-back state titles in 2022 and 2023 but placed behind Silver Creek and Windsor this year.
  • The team displayed strength in numbers, qualifying 12 out of 13 divers for the state meet.
What's Next

With Kerrigan's outstanding performance and future ambitions to improve, Cheyenne Mountain looks poised for continued success in the upcoming seasons.

Bottom Line

Cheyenne Mountain's swim team, led by Barrett Kerrigan's impressive gold medal win and the team's depth, signals a bright future despite falling short of a three-peat, setting the stage for continued excellence in upcoming competitions.