The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse women's 200 freestyle relay finished 18th in the preliminaries at the NCAA Division III Championships, clocking in at 1:34.16. Competing at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, the Eagles were just shy of a top-16 finish which would have advanced them to the finals. The team comprised Ellie Brown, Zoey Rank, Ava Pulvermacher, and Greta Wiskus. UWL's next events are the 200 medley relay and 400 freestyle relay, occurring on March 20 and March 21, respectively. Last season, Rank individually competed in the 200 I.M. and placed 46th in the preliminaries.

By the Numbers
  • UWL finished with a time of 1:34.16 in the 200 freestyle relay.
  • The Eagles were 21st with a time of 3:53.54 in the 400 medley relay on Wednesday.
State of Play
  • UWL has a strong history, winning three relays at the 2026 WIAC Championships.
  • The team secured its 23rd WIAC Championship overall, marking the fourth title under current head coach Steve Mohs.
What's Next

UWL will compete in the 200 medley relay on March 20 and the 400 freestyle relay on March 21, aiming to improve their standings and push for a potential All-American recognition.

Bottom Line

Despite finishing 18th, UWL's performance at nationals showcases their competitive edge, while their success at the WIAC Championships highlights their strong team dynamic and future potential.