Emily Lundgren’s Record-Breaking Swim Propels Washington State Team to Unstoppable 5-0 Streak
The Washington State swim team is making waves this season, thanks to standout performances from junior swimmer Emily Lundgren. On Friday night, Lundgren shattered a school record in the 100-yard butterfly, helping the Cougars secure an impressive 164-60 victory over Seattle University. With this win, Washington State advances to an undefeated 5-0 start, a remarkable feat last achieved in the 2010-11 season.
Record-Breaking Performance in Pullman
Lundgren’s record-breaking performance in the 100 butterfly was the highlight of the meet held in Pullman. Clocking in at an astonishing 52.73 seconds, she not only set a new program record but also broke the previous Gibb Pool record. Her performance surpasses the previous Washington State record of 53.40, set by Michaela Ahlin in 2009. This longstanding record had been one of the program’s oldest, with only two distance records from 2007 by Erin McCleave lasting longer.
Lundgren also made history by taking down the pool record of 53.93, which was set just last year by Dori Hathazi. Impressively, Hathazi competed in Friday’s meet as well and finished second in the 100 butterfly. Lundgren’s winning momentum continued with a victory in the 100 breaststroke, where she finished with a time of 1:02.09. She later clinched the 200 individual medley with a time of 2:04.06 and contributed to the Cougars’ win in the 400 medley relay, setting the stage for a dominating team performance.
Standout Performances Lead to Cougar Victories
Washington State’s success extended beyond Lundgren’s remarkable achievements. The Cougars dominated the event, claiming victory in 11 of the 12 swimming events, with key contributions from other team members who delivered strong performances. Anna Rauchholz opened the meet by leading the 400 medley relay, swimming the 50-yard backstroke with a time of 26.18. She also triumphed in the 100 backstroke, finishing at 56.36.
In the 50 freestyle, Darcy Revitt secured a win with a time of 23.31, narrowly beating out teammate Emma Wright. Addy Lewis followed with a win in the 50 butterfly, while Sam Krew took first place in the 100 freestyle. Washington State’s dominance continued with Tatum Janning, who clinched victory in the 500 freestyle, underscoring the team’s depth and determination.
Seattle’s Sara Cook Scores a Win
Although Washington State controlled the meet, Seattle University managed to secure one win, courtesy of Sara Cook, who finished the 50 breaststroke in 30.34 seconds. Cook also competed in the 200 individual medley, where she earned a respectable third-place finish, contributing to her team’s efforts.
A Historic Start for the Washington State Swim Team
Washington State’s 5-0 start to the season highlights the team’s growth, skill, and ambition. With Emily Lundgren’s record-setting performances and the entire team’s resilience, the Cougars are demonstrating that they are a force to be reckoned with in collegiate swimming. As the season progresses, fans can look forward to more outstanding performances and potential record-breaking achievements from this talented team.
