Lindsey Wilson women's swimming achieved its fourth top-10 finish at the 2026 NAIA Swimming and Diving National Championships, securing five All-America honors from three athletes. Key performances included Natalia Gorska's Mid-South Conference titles in the 100 freestyle and 100 backstroke, while Nathalie Medina maintained her All-America status in multiple events. The team's relays performed exceptionally, placing all five in the top eight for the third year in a row. Head coach Alicia Kemnitz was named Coach of the Year for the sixth time, reflecting ongoing success at the conference level and dual meets.

By the Numbers
  • Lindsey Wilson finished top-three at the Mid-South Conference championships for four consecutive years.
  • The team achieved five top-eight finishes in relays at the national championships for three straight seasons.
Yes, But

While the team excelled in relays and individual events, focusing on continuing to build depth may be necessary to enhance national competitiveness. This is crucial as other teams also improve and attract top recruits.

State of Play
  • Head coach Alicia Kemnitz secured her 100th victory during the season.
  • Six athletes earned NAIA All-America and CSCAA All-America honors, showcasing significant individual achievements.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the program aims to maintain its competitive edge by recruiting strong incoming talent and enhancing training regimens to build on this year鈥檚 successes.

Bottom Line

Lindsey Wilson women's swimming continues to excel nationally, but emphasizing consistent recruitment and athlete development will be key to sustaining this momentum in future seasons.