The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL) women's 200 medley relay team finished 23rd in the preliminaries at the NCAA Division III Championships, hosted in Indianapolis. The relay team, consisting of Shefali Ramakrishnan, Zoey Rank, Greta Wiskus, and Ava Pulvermacher, recorded a time of 1:44.86. UWL's participation continues with the 400 freestyle relay scheduled for March 21, where they previously finished 18th in the 200 freestyle relay. Additionally, UWL secured notable victories at the WIAC Championships this year, winning three relays and finishing second in another. This appearance marks the first national championships for several team members, with Rank being the only returning competitor from last year.

By the Numbers
  • UWL finished 23rd in the 200 medley relay with a time of 1:44.86.
  • The team placed 18th in the 200 freestyle relay with a time of 1:34.16.
  • They secured victories in three relays at the WIAC Championships.
Yes, But

Despite the setback in the NCAA preliminaries, the team's strong performance at the WIAC Championships highlights their competitive capabilities and growth this season.

State of Play
  • UWL has concluded their participation in several relays at the NCAA Championships, with one more event left.
  • The team has seen both experienced and new swimmers participating at the national level.
What's Next

The UWL women's swimming team will compete in the 400 freestyle relay, concluding their national championship experience. Future training and competition may focus on building towards next season and improving upon this year's performances.

Bottom Line

While the team's NCAA finishes may not reflect their full potential, their success at the WIAC Championships suggests a bright future as they continue to develop their talent and experience at the national level.