Russell Gains Experience at NCAA Championships

Canton, OH – Converse College swimmers have set the stage for high achievement in the coming years.

At the beginning of this season, freshman Jenni Russell (Tega Cay, SC ) set many goals for herself. Most impressive was her drive to compete in the NCAA National Championships. She would accomplish that--and even more. In addition to getting national recognition, Russell achieved the All-Conference Academic award, as well as being part of a team All-American Academic award.

For the National Championships, Russell qualified for the 200 Breast, 200 IM, and 400 IM. She swam close to all of her seed times for the events.

“From the very beginning, I wanted to make the NCAAs. To make it and have this opportunity as a freshman made me very excited and happy," Russell said. “The meet gave me a lot of experience that I know will help in my future as a Converse swimmer. My goals for the next few years are much higher now.”

“I couldn’t be more pleased with the team results and accomplishments this year" Coach Corey White said.  “We set high goals at the beginning of the season and accomplished those goals. With the incoming class we have, I am looking forward to our performance and achievements for next year.”