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American University Swimming & Diving Announces 2024-2025 Schedule
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The American University men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams are gearing up for the 2024-2025 season, kicking off their campaign with the Potomac Relay Invitational on September 26th. The Eagles, under the leadership of fifth-year head coach Garland Bartlett, will host four meets at their home facility this season.
Home Slate Features DMV Rivals
The season begins with the Potomac Relay Invitational on September 26th, a relay-focused event welcoming teams from across the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area.Participating schools include Georgetown, George Mason, Howard, Mary Washington, and Mount St. Mary’s.
Following the relay meet, UMBC will visit American University on October 3rd for the Eagles’ first traditional dual meet of the year. Two weeks later, on October 18th at 1 p.m., Catholic University will compete against AU in another dual meet. The home schedule culminates with Senior Day on January 16th, as the Eagles face off against Mount St. Mary’s at 4 p.m.
Challenging Road Schedule Ahead
American University’s competitive schedule extends beyond its home pool. The team’s first encounter with Patriot League opponents is scheduled for October 11th at Loyola Maryland, alongside a tri-meet with Lehigh. A short trip to Georgetown follows on October 17th, and the Eagles will then travel to face local rival Howard on October 31st.
November brings a busy stretch, starting with a quad meet hosted by Navy on November 8th, featuring Bucknell and Lafayette. The Patriot Invitational at George Mason from November 20-22 will serve as a crucial early-season test, providing insight into the team’s championship potential.
The spring semester includes a single dual meet, taking the Eagles to Old Dominion in Norfolk, Virginia, on January 23rd. The Navy Invitational on February 7th will act as a final tune-up before the championship season.
Championship Season Looms
The peak of the season will be the Patriot League Championships, scheduled for February 18-21. This event will showcase how American University stacks up against its conference rivals. The team will conclude its season at the ECAC Championships from February 27th to March 2nd.
campus Parking Information for Spectators
For those planning to attend events at American University, parking is actively monitored seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Event parking is available for $10 per contest in any campus garage after 5 p.m. on weekdays and all day on weekends, accessible through the PayByPhone app using code 211950. Standard hourly rates apply in the Katzen Arts Center and School of International Service garages from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. A detailed campus map can be found [here](Find a detailed campus map here.).
