The Williams College men's and women's swimming and diving teams concluded their 2025-26 NCAA season with impressive finishes, placing 5th and 8th respectively. Both teams improved upon last year's performances, showcasing multiple All-American accolades throughout the event. Key highlights included Nye Hanan's 8th place finish in the mile and Lily Codd's 6th place finish in her final collegiate event, marking a strong end to her career. Samuel Brozek broke a school record in the 100 freestyle, finishing in 8th place, while the women's 400 freestyle relay also produced a 6th place finish, rounding out an exciting final day at the competition.

By the Numbers
  • Men's team finished 8th, women's team 5th at NCAAs.
  • Nye Hanan and Lily Codd achieved 8th and 6th overall in their respective events.
  • Samuel Brozek set a new school record in the 100 freestyle during prelims.
  • The men's 400 freestyle relay placed 5th, with a combined time of 2:59.01.
  • Carter Roebuck and Anna Doherty finished 5th and 7th in the 200 breaststroke.
Yes, But

Despite strong performances leading to improved finishes, both teams will need to address the gap to podium positions as they look ahead to future seasons. Continued development of younger athletes will be crucial in maintaining momentum.

State of Play
  • The season concluded with 2 NESCAC Championships and notable NCAA finishes.
  • Several swimmers achieved personal bests and set new school records, indicating potential for growth.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Ephs aim to build on this season's successes by developing their younger swimmers and seeking to close the gap with top contenders in future competitions. Recruitment efforts will also be critical to enhancing team depth and performance.

Bottom Line

This season marked a significant step forward for the Williams swimming and diving teams, highlighted by personal bests and strong finishes. The challenge will be to sustain this progress and strive for higher standings in upcoming championships.