Wheeling University's Men's and Women's Swimming teams released their 2026-2027 season schedule following a breakthrough 2025-2026 season marked by a strong influx of talent. Building on last year’s achievements, which included a program-record 10-2 finish for the men's team and multiple All-MEC honors, the Cardinals aim to secure their first NCAA national cuts since 2016. The upcoming season features a blend of competitive dual meets and significant events, with both teams looking to enhance their impressive track record.

By the Numbers
  • The men's team set a single-season win record with a 10-2 overall record.
  • Both teams combined for 19 All-MEC honorees during the previous season.
State of Play
  • The men's and women's teams each excelled, finishing over .500 in dual meets.
  • The men's team placed second at the MEC/G-MAC Championships, while the women's team finished third.
What's Next

The Cardinals kick off the season at the Salem Relay Invitational on September 26th, aiming to build momentum through a series of competitive meets, leading to the MEC/GMAC Championships in February 2027.

Bottom Line

With a promising roster and competitive schedule, the Wheeling swim teams are poised to set new records and aim for a national spotlight this season, seeking their first MEC title.