UIC women's swimming and diving dominated Illinois State in a dual meet, winning 221-78. The Flames triumphed in 14 out of 16 events, including both relay races. Notably, UIC excelled in diving by securing all but one of the top five finishes in the one-meter and three-meter events. Head Coach Ashley Dell expressed pride in her team's performance, highlighting their fast times early in the season.

By the Numbers
  • UIC won 14 out of 16 events in the dual meet.
  • Kerry-Leigh Morrison finished first in both the one-meter (262.13 points) and three-meter (283.43 points) diving events.
State of Play
  • The team showcased strong performances just early in the season, signaling potential for upcoming meets.
  • UIC divers achieved new qualifying cuts, indicating improvement and readiness for future competitions.
What's Next

The Flames will compete again on October 26 at 11:00 a.m. (CT) at the Flames Natatorium, with free admission for the public. Fans can follow the event through the Meet Mobile App and DiveMeets.com.

Bottom Line

UIC's exceptional performance against Illinois State sets a promising tone for the season, demonstrating both depth and talent across swimming and diving events. Continued focus and training could yield even greater results as the season progresses.