The George Fox men's and women's swimming teams wrapped up their season at the Northwest Conference Championships, finishing in seventh place overall. Jesse Urback made a significant impact, earning third place in the women's 1650-yard freestyle with a time of 18:05.74. Other noteworthy performances included Micah Hugo finishing ninth in the men's equivalent and Ellie Hoover and Cameron Alexander placing ninth and seventh in the 200 butterfly, respectively. This concludes the seventh season for the Bruins swimming program, showing improvement from last year's eighth-place finish for the men's team.

By the Numbers
  • Jesse Urback placed third in the women's 1650-yard freestyle with a time of 18:05.74.
  • Micah Hugo finished ninth in the men's 1650-yard freestyle with a time of 17:10.13.
  • Ellie Hoover and Cameron Alexander finished ninth and seventh in the 200 butterfly, respectively.
Yes, But

While the Bruins showed improvement this season, they still have room to grow to compete more effectively against stronger opponents in future championships.

State of Play
  • Both the men's and women's teams finished seventh in the conference meet.
  • The men's team improved from an eighth-place finish last season.
  • Coach Natalie Turner expressed pride in the team's growth and dedication throughout the year.
What's Next

The George Fox swim teams will return in the winter of 2025, with plans to build on their experiences and improve further over the offseason.

Bottom Line

The Bruins' conclusion of their season reflects a journey of perseverance and character-building, setting a foundation for future success as they aim to enhance their competitive standing in upcoming years.