Ohio swim and dive team excelled at the Mid-American Conference Championships, finishing second overall with a score of 559. Senior Casadie DiBetta earned her third consecutive title in the 200-yard breaststroke, while junior Zita Szoke won her second straight in the 100-yard freestyle. Both athletes achieved First Team All-MAC status, contributing to Ohio’s strong performance despite Akron claiming the championship with a score of 771.

By the Numbers
  • Ohio finished second with a score of 559, behind Akron at 771.
  • Szoke set a new Ohio, MAC, Championship, and Akron Pool Record in the 100-yard freestyle with a time of 47.55.
  • DiBetta won the 200-yard breaststroke with a new Ohio record time of 2:09.33.
Yes, But

Even with impressive individual performances, the team could not secure the championship against a dominant Akron squad. The team’s depth and talent highlight the competitive nature of the conference, indicating future challenges.

State of Play
  • DiBetta and Szoke qualified for the NCAA Championships following their wins.
  • Ohio's relay team set a new Ohio record in the 400-yard freestyle relay with a time of 3:16.66.
What's Next

The Bobcats are set to compete at the 2026 CSCAA National Invitational in March. Additionally, qualified swimmers will head to the NCAA Zone C Diving Championships, with DiBetta and Szoke aiming for NCAA Championships later that month.

Bottom Line

The Ohio swim team demonstrated significant talent and resilience, with key swimmers setting records and qualifying for national events. The challenge remains to build on this success and improve for future competitions.