Portello Set to Symbolize crew USA on the FISU America Games Lima 2026

HOUSTON – Rice junior Ava Portello is about to characterize the United States on the 2026 FISU America Games in Lima, Peru.

Portello will compete for Team USA within the swimming competitors. Competition begins Friday, July 24, and concludes Sunday, July 26. Preliminary periods are scheduled for 9 a.m. every day, with finals set for six p.m.

“This opportunity for Ava is another chance to grow as an athlete,” Rice head coach Seth Huston stated. “I know representing the United States is an honor, and Ava will give her best as she competes and represents our country.”

Portello is coming off a standout season wherein she received American Conference titles within the 500-yard freestyle and 1,650-yard freestyle whereas incomes 4 medals on the convention championships. She certified for the NCAA Championships in each occasions, representing Rice in Atlanta. Portello additionally positioned second within the 5K occasion on the CSCAA Open Water Championship and earned CSC Academic All-District honors.

You can following alongside by watching dwell on the FISU America’s YouTube channel and with dwell outcomes here.

The Fédération Internationale du Sport Universitaire (FISU) promotes alternatives for college kids all over the world to take part in sport. Through athletics, FISU goals to foster well being, well-being and private improvement whereas encouraging college students to turn into energetic members of the worldwide neighborhood.

The 2026 FISU America Games intention to advertise and develop college sport all through the Americas whereas strengthening unity, friendship and solidarity amongst college students, leaders and better training establishments throughout the continent.

Please see the FISU America Games official website for extra data.