Swimming & Diving: 2025-26 Season Opener at Amherst

Colby Swimming & Diving Poised for Competitive Season, Women’s Team Ranked Nationally

The Colby College men’s and women’s swimming & diving teams are gearing up for the new season, with the women’s programme earning a notable No. 19 ranking in the CSCAA’s National Division III preseason poll. The teams will kick off their competition schedule this Saturday with a meet against Amherst College.

The Colby women’s team is entering the 2024-25 season on the heels of a historic performance, achieving their highest team finish at the NCAA Championships in 17 years. A remarkable seven athletes earned All-American status last season – the most in program history. This success has fueled expectations for continued excellence.

Did you know? – Colby’s women’s swimming and diving program has consistently improved over the past decade, steadily climbing the national rankings through dedicated training and recruitment.

Women’s Team Leadership and New Talent

Leading the charge for the women’s team will be a strong senior class comprised of Tahlia Crowley, Abigail Eastman, Emma Farnham, Kellen Mottland, and Avery Rappaport. They will be supported by an incoming class of eight first-year students eager to contribute to the team’s success.

Pro tip: – Strong senior leadership is crucial for team cohesion and performance, especially when integrating new athletes into the program.

Men’s Team Focused on Betterment

The Colby men’s team finished 9th out of 11 schools at the NESCAC Championship last year and is persistent to improve upon that result. The team will look to its five seniors – ethan Chang, Nathaniel Chon, alexander MacLennan, Noam Reinhorn, and brandon Xiong – for leadership. A critically important influx of 13 first-year student-athletes will add depth and potential to the roster.

Coaching Staff Stability and Additions

Tom Burton returns for his 28th season as Head Coach of the Mules, bringing a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success.He is joined by Associate Head Coach Craig Nisgor in his third season and Diving Coach Luca Brashear in his second. The coaching staff has been further strengthened with the addition of Haley Thier, who joins the program after a distinguished collegiate career at both Calvin and Denison University.

Fans can stay up-to-date with the Colby Swimming & Diving teams by following the men’s and women’s schedules,available on the Colby Athletics website.

To view the full CSCAA Top 25 Preseason Poll, click [here](CLICK HERE to view the full CSCAA Top 25 Preseason Poll).

Why: The Colby College swimming and diving teams are preparing for the 2024-25 season,with the women’s team receiving a No. 19 national ranking.
Who: The Colby College men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams,led by Head Coach Tom Burton,are the central focus. Key athletes include senior leaders on both teams and a large incoming class of first-year students.
What: The women’s team aims to build on a historic season where they achieved their best NCAA Championship finish in 17 years and earned seven All-American honors.The men’s team is focused on improving their NESCAC Championship result from last year.
How: Through strong senior leadership, the integration of talented first-year students, and the continued guidance of a stable and experienced coaching staff, the teams are preparing for a competitive season.The season begins this Saturday with a meet against Amherst College. The article does not state how the season ended, as it is a preview.