Bristol, Tenn. – King University made waves on the opening day of the King Invite, delivering standout performances and capturing multiple first-place finishes across both men's and women's events. King showcased its depth, determination, and record-breaking speed, setting the tone for what promises to be an exciting meet.
Boys 200 Yard Medley Relay – School Record
The highlight of the day came in Event 2, where the quartet of Amiel Cristobal, Carlos Arias, Matthew Montenegro-Strunk, and Fabio Ricci stormed to victory in the 200 Yard Medley Relay. Their winning time of 1:32.11 not only secured first place but also etched their names into King University history by setting a new school record. The commanding performance energized the team and underscored King's strength in relay events.
Girls 500 Yard Freestyle
Momentum continued in Event 3, as Cassie Lowe powered through the grueling 500 Yard Freestyle. Her endurance and competitive edge carried her to the top of the podium with a time of 5:15.29, adding another gold to King's tally.
Girls 200 Yard Individual Medley
In Event 5, Alice Schoemans delivered a decisive victory in the 200 Yard IM, clocking in at 2:11.44. Her versatility and precision in all four strokes highlighted King's dominance in individual medley competition.
Boys 200 Yard Individual Medley
Not to be outdone, Carlos Arias returned to the pool in Event 6 to capture gold in the 200 Yard IM. His winning time of 1:52.10 reinforced his reputation as one of King's most versatile swimmers and added another medley triumph to the team's record.
Girls 800 Yard Freestyle Relay
Teamwork was on full display in Event 9, where Katie Koenst, Polly Lounsbury, Cassie Lowe, and Alice Schoemans combined forces to win the 800 Yard Freestyle Relay. Their time of 8:01.13 showcased King's depth and ability to excel in long-distance relays.
Boys 800 Yard Freestyle Relay
The Tornado closed out the day's relay events in style during Event 10. The lineup of Amiel Cristobal, Oliver Toledo, Fabio Ricci, and Carlos Arias surged to victory in the 800 Yard Freestyle Relay, finishing with a time of 6:51.58. The win capped off a dominant day for King's men's squad
