Luke Sitz of SMU has been named the 2026 ACC Men's Diver of the Year, making history as the first Mustang to receive this honor. Coach Darian Schmidt also secured the 2026 ACC Men's Diving Coach of the Year title, further solidifying the program's success. Sitz excelled at the recent NCAA Championships, winning a gold medal on the 1-meter and a silver on the 3-meter, posting SMU's highest scores ever. His performances marked a significant improvement over last season, reflecting his growth within the sport.

By the Numbers
  • Sitz scored 428.10 on 1-meter, winning SMU鈥檚 first national title in that event.
  • He earned a silver medal on 3-meter with a score of 495.30, which is the highest in SMU history.
State of Play
  • Sitz has been awarded five ACC Diver of the Week honors this season, totaling 11 in his career.
  • Schmidt has led the diving program to multiple records and 18 conference championship titles over nine seasons.
What's Next

As Sitz and Schmidt continue to elevate the diving program, expectations will be high for next season. Fans will be watching to see if Sitz can maintain or improve upon his current form. Additionally, the program may attract further talent under Schmidt's leadership.

Bottom Line

The achievements of Luke Sitz and Darian Schmidt signal a transformative era for SMU diving, spotlighting their potential for continued success in collegiate sports. Their historic accolades set a new benchmark for future athletes and coaches in the program.