Chloe Braun and Sunny Sharma were named the University Credit Union Athletes of the Week for their standout performances. Braun represented UC San Diego in the NCAA Women's Swimming Championships, finishing 16th in the 100 Breaststroke and earning Second Team All-America honors, a first for the Tritons in Division I. Sharma excelled in men's fencing, achieving Honorable Mention All-America honors with a ninth-place finish in the National Collegiate Fencing Championships, marking the Tritons' first dual All-American recognition in the same weapon.

By the Numbers
  • Chloe Braun swam a time of 58.98, finishing 16th in the NCAA Championships.
  • Sunny Sharma posted a 14-9 record, finishing ninth overall in men's epee fencing.
State of Play
  • UC San Diego's swim team celebrates their initial NCAA Championship achievements in Division I history.
  • The men's fencing team saw remarkable performances, with multiple athletes achieving All-America status for the first time.
What's Next

Both Braun and Sharma's achievements could elevate UC San Diego's presence in collegiate athletics, setting the stage for potential recruitment and future championship efforts in swimming and fencing.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Chloe Braun and Sunny Sharma highlights UC San Diego's growing competitiveness in collegiate athletics, encouraging continued support and development for their swim and fencing programs.