ST. CLOUD, Minn. – Abby Stevens and Ella Kowalczyk of the College of Saint Benedict swim and dive team represented their program at the St. Cloud Diving Invite on Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Halenbeck Hall Aquatic Center.
Competing on the one-meter board (11 dives), sophomore Abby Stevens (St. Cloud, Minn.) recorded a career-best score of 313.05 to place 11th.
On the three-meter board (11 dives), junior Ella Kowalczyk (Minneapolis, Minn.) finished eighth with a season-best score of 379.65. The performance improved upon her previous season high of 376.26 set in a dual meet against Gustavus Adolphus and was just shy of her career-best mark of 379.75, also achieved against Gustavus on Feb. 1, 2025.
Nestled in the heart of beautiful St. Joseph, Minnesota, the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) Swimming program has proudly celebrated over 50 years of competitive excellence. The Bennies have built a tradition rooted in Courage, Strength, and Boldness (CSB) —values that guide them in the pool, the classroom, and throughout our community. What sets CSB Swimming apart is its unique collaboration with Saint John’s University: Bennie swimmers train together on the CSB campus, yet compete alongside the Johnnies, creating a dynamic and supportive environment that’s both competitive and community-driven. Throughout its history, CSB Swimming has produced 12 NCAA Division III All-Americans, a testament to the team’s relentless pursuit of excellence. Equally impressive is the Bennies’ academic success—achieving 18 consecutive years as a CSCAA Scholar All-America Team. This dual commitment to athletics and academics reflects the high-achieving nature of the student-athletes who wear the Bennie cap. With a strong legacy and an even stronger future, Bennies continue to inspire, lead, and push the limits.