The University of Denver's men's and women's swimming teams showcased strong performances at the 2026 CSCAA National Invitational Championships. Notable qualifiers included Hamish McLellan, who placed third in the men's 100 fly prelims, and Samantha Synsvoll, securing fourth in the women's 200 free. Other key competitors advancing include Nico Morton in the men's 400 IM and Sabrina Rachjaibun in the women's 400 IM. Freshman Julia Saxman, coming off a championship win, also secured her spot in the A-Final of the women's 100 free.

By the Numbers
  • Hamish McLellan – 3rd in men's 100 fly prelims with a time of 47.60
  • Samantha Synsvoll – 4th in women's 200 free prelims at 1:48.61
  • Nico Morton – 4th in men's 400 IM prelims, finishing in 4:19.26
  • Sabrina Rachjaibun – 7th in women's 400 IM prelims, timing 4:19.26
State of Play
  • The championship is being held at the FAST Facility in Ocala, Florida.
  • Denver has secured five spots in the A-Finals for upcoming events.
  • Julia Saxman's recent championship win adds momentum going into the finals.
What's Next

As the competition moves forward, the Denver swimmers will look to capitalize on their strong prelim performances during finals on Friday evening. Upcoming events include several A-Final swims where Denver athletes are poised for possible medal finishes. Coaches are optimistic about maintaining competitive momentum throughout the remaining prelims and finals.

Bottom Line

Denver's swimming teams are in a strong position heading into the finals, with multiple athletes showing promise for medal contention. Key performances in prelims and the recent victory by Julia Saxman could set the tone for a successful championship run. Continued focus and execution will be crucial for capitalizing on their competitive edge.