Indiana State Athletics has announced a contract extension for women's swimming and diving coach Josh Christensen, running through June 30, 2029. The extension recognizes his immense contributions to the program, underscored by back-to-back Missouri Valley Conference Championships and a strong team culture. Christensen emphasizes his commitment to representing Indiana State’s values and optimism for the future of the program.

By the Numbers
  • Indiana State scored 1,236 points to win its second consecutive MVC Championship.
  • The team had 10 athletes on the MVC All-Conference First Team and another 10 on Honorable Mention.
  • 116 swimmers and divers have earned All-Conference accolades under Christensen's leadership.
State of Play
  • Christensen led Indiana State to a successful 2025-26 season with continuous improvements in performance.
  • Freshman Grace Cummings became the first Sycamore to qualify for the NCAA Championships.
  • The team has a strong overall dual meet record of 66-25 since Christensen took over.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Christensen aims to build on the recent successes by developing athletes both in and out of the pool. The focus will remain on maintaining the program’s competitive edge and fostering leadership among team members. Continued investment in facilities and training resources may also follow this extension.

Bottom Line

Extending Josh Christensen's contract indicates Indiana State's commitment to sustaining excellence in its swimming program. His leadership has already resulted in remarkable achievements, and the future looks promising as the team builds on its strong foundation.