Indiana swimmers Alexei Avakov and Josh Bey shone on day two of the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships, both earning podium finishes in their events. The Hoosiers currently sit fourth in the team standings with 132.5 points, just one point behind third place. Avakov's personal best of 50.58 seconds in the 100-yard breaststroke placed him sixth overall, while Bey, despite a tough finish, put in a commendable performance in the 400 IM, securing seventh place.

By the Numbers
  • Avakov's time of 50.58 seconds ranks him fifth in program history for the 100 breaststroke.
  • Bey recorded a split of 2:44.29 in the 300-yard portion of the 400 IM championship final.
State of Play
  • Indiana is in fourth place after two days of competition, trailing by just one point for third.
  • In addition to Avakov and Bey, several other Hoosiers contributed points across various events.
What's Next

The team is gearing up for a packed schedule on Friday, featuring events such as the 100-yard backstroke, 200-yard breaststroke, and the 400-yard medley relay.

Bottom Line

The strong performances from Indiana's young talent highlight the team's potential as they compete for a top placement in the national standings, making future events crucial for maintaining momentum.