Suburban League swimmers able to compete at mid-winter meet

As 2026 arrives, the most important grind for native swimmers — grueling winter break exercises — are coming to an finish.

Before heading again to high school, nonetheless, swimmers within the Suburban League have one final vacation get-together.

The 2026 Suburban League swimming championship will likely be Jan. 3 on the University of Akron’s Ocasek Natatorium. The National Conference will start at 10 a.m. and the American Conference will begin at 4 p.m.

Here are three issues to observe at Suburban League swim meet:

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This meet is about racing, not one of the best occasions

As Hudson coach Mike Davis as soon as famous, many of the swimmers will likely be “pretty beat up” in spite of everything these winter break exercises. Given that, anticipating personal-best swim occasions this weekend can be asking quite a bit.

With the expertise throughout the Suburban League, the meet will give swimmers an opportunity to only hit the pool and go, as many locals are membership teammates with one another.

Does that imply distance swimmers will compete within the 50- and 100-yard freestyle and vice versa? Perhaps, however do not be stunned to see swimmers not of their favored occasions.

Can Kent Roosevelt bow out on prime of the American Conference?

2026 would be the finish of Roosevelt’s tenure within the Suburban League, and the Rough Riders would love to finish it with two extra titles in American Conference.

Last 12 months, Roosevelt received the ladies title within the American by 130 factors, whereas the boys crew put practically 200 factors between itself and runner-up Aurora.

For coach Corey Spicer and firm, the previous few years have been the nice previous days. They would love to complete their time within the American Conference with extra gold.

Which new swimmers will make the most important splash?

More than most highschool sports activities, swimming presents a possibility for proficient freshmen to make an instantaneous impression.

Who will step up this 12 months the best way Revere’s Alex and Zach Koutris did in 2024 and Copley’s Rilee Kulick did in 2025? Based on commencement losses, the sector will likely be broad open, notably on the ladies facet.

Contact Michael Leonard at mleonard@recordpub.com