Mavericks Dominate Mustangs in Street Twin – Minnesota State College

MARSHALL, Minn. — Minnesota State decisively defeated Southwest Minnesota State with a rating of 203-91, highlighted by sophomore Kaitlyn Hettiararchchy’s diving victory and a number of first-place finishes from swimmers together with freshman Gracie Bartholomew and sophomore Averi Larsen.

The Mavericks now personal a 7-1 document in twin motion.

“We’re coming off the toughest phase of the season with the ramp up in training intensity since September and a grueling stretch of meets these last eight weeks,” head coach Nathan Owens stated. “That said, our ladies are fighting hard in their races and competing on the boards. Everyone is fairly broken down physically, but they’re getting stronger and improving each week. 

“We’re thrilling to present them some strong relaxation over the Thanksgiving break and see what they will do rested on the mid-season meet. From what I see, we’re on-track for some nice performances.”

Sophomore Kaylie Gibbs contributed considerably within the 1000-yard freestyle by ending first with a time of 11:11.15, incomes 9 factors for Minnesota State. She maintained constant splits all through the race, showcasing her endurance.

Sophomore Averi Larsen excelled within the 100-yard breaststroke, clocking in at 1:07.49 to safe first place and 9 factors. She additionally delivered a powerful efficiency within the 100-yard IM, ending first with a time of 1:00.07.

Sophomore Sydney Pippert confirmed her versatility with a second-place end within the 100-yard freestyle, posting a time of 54.58. She additionally contributed to the staff victory within the 200-yard freestyle relay, swimming the second leg with a break up of 24.38.

Freshman Parker Schmieding was spectacular within the 100-yard butterfly, ending first with a time of 59.70. She additionally anchored the B staff within the 200-yard freestyle relay, contributing to their second-place end with a break up of 25.63.

Sophomore Kaitlyn Hettiararchchy dominated within the 1-meter diving occasion, scoring 230.20 to earn first place and 9 factors, contributing essential factors to the staff’s total victory. She additionally took first within the 3-meter diving occasion with a rating of 213.25.

The Mavericks will compete on the Augustana Invite on December 4, 2025, in Sioux Falls, S.D., with the occasion commencing at 9 a.m.