York College's men's and women's swimming teams kicked off their CUNYAC season against Brooklyn College, facing tough competition. The men suffered a 159-14 defeat, while the women lost 141-13. Notably, Elizabeth Astudillo emerged victorious in the 100-yard freestyle and contributed points in the 50-yard freestyle. On the men's side, Wood-by Paulemont led with third-place finishes in the 100-yard backstroke and key relay performances.

By the Numbers
  • Men's team score: 14 points vs. Brooklyn College's 159
  • Women's team score: 13 points vs. Brooklyn College's 141
  • Elizabeth Astudillo won the 100-yard freestyle with a time of 1:48.92
  • Wood-by Paulemont's third-place finish in the 100-yard backstroke: 1:50.33
State of Play
  • Men's record: 1-1, 0-1 CUNYAC; Women's record: 0-2, 0-1 CUNYAC
  • Upcoming match scheduled against Baruch College on January 5
What's Next

The Cardinals aim to bounce back against Baruch College, seeking improvement and a win to enhance their standings in CUNYAC. The teams will focus on training to build on their individual performances.

Bottom Line

The Cardinals face challenges after tough losses, but promising individual performances indicate potential for future success. Building on strengths will be crucial as they approach their next meet.