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Woodbury showcased its depth and sprint strength on Thursday night, pulling away from East Ridge to secure a 107–76 varsity victory in a meet that featured strong performances across the lineup and several momentum swings in the middle events. The Royals set the tone early in the 200 Medley Relay, as the A-relay of Grant […]

Andover and Osseo delivered a competitive, back-and-forth dual on Thursday night, with Andover ultimately pulling away late to secure a 98–88 varsity victory. The meet featured strong performances across the lineup, momentum swings in the middle events, and a decisive closing relay that sealed the win for the Huskies. Andover opened the varsity meet with

Bloomington Kennedy edged out Columbia Heights in a tightly contested dual on Wednesday night, earning an 85–81 varsity victory that came down to a handful of pivotal races and a clutch closing relay. Both teams showed marked improvement as the season progresses, with Kennedy leaning on top-end speed and Columbia Heights countering with gritty swims

Richfield delivered one of its strongest team performances of the season on Tuesday night, powering past St. Anthony for a decisive 117–57 varsity victory. The Spartans controlled the meet from the opening relay, showcasing depth in every event, standout swims from upperclassmen, and impressive contributions from younger athletes across the lineup. Richfield set the tone

Irondale and Centennial clashed in an electric early-season dual on Tuesday night, with Irondale ultimately pulling ahead late to secure a 101–83 varsity victory. Both programs showcased speed, depth, and breakout swims across the lineup, with momentum swinging repeatedly throughout the first half of the meet. Centennial opened with a strong statement in the 200

Willmar and Montevideo delivered an entertaining early-season dual on Thursday night, with the Cardinals ultimately earning a 98–80 varsity victory behind strong sprinting, depth, and steady relay production. Willmar opened the meet with a narrow win in the 200 Medley Relay, where the quartet of Anthony Buzzeo, Samuel Sheets, Abram Schueler, and Soren Newberg posted

Andover and Champlin Park delivered a spirited and competitive dual on Thursday night, with fast swims, fun racing, and two record-breaking performances highlighting the evening Champlin Park opened strongly, taking the 200 Medley Relay behind the B-relay of Kiptyn Helmrick, Vincent Pham, Zach Moore, and Calvin Smith, who posted a sharp 1:45.79. Andover followed with

When the MSHSL determines competitive sections, they primarily (and maybe solely) rely on geography. Is that good for the sport? I’m not sure, but here is state points scored by section and you can formulate your own opinion. Class A Section 3: 641 pts (28%)Section 4: 517 pts (22%)Section 5: 316 pts (14%)Section 2: 270

There are so many ways you can look at high school swimming when comparing teams. Here’s a look at Class A teams by returning individual state points. Debatable if it is meaningful, but it’s kind of fun! Returning Individual State Points Class A1. Monticello 1262. Orono 1123. Mounds Park Academy St Croix 674. St Cloud

NISCA released the 2024-205 All-America lists for girls and boys swimming and diving yesterday with many Minnesota athletes making the list. Note that coaches must fill out the All America Application for times to be submitted. Congrats to all! 200 Medley Relay Ethan Kosin (12), Owen Beaudette (11), Griffin Leining (12), Braxton Helmers(11)  (Prior Lake)