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Swim and Dive

Courtesy of CSU Athletics

Sydney Ovesen excites in year 1 for CSU diving

Mason Ford, Staff Reporter February 9, 2026

Few athletes get to represent their hometown, and even fewer put their name in a team’s record books their first year. Sydney Ovesen, a freshman diver at Colorado State, impressed this year. In just...

A swimmer in a green Colorado State cap pauses mid-stroke and lifts her head above the water to smile to the camera.

Looking ahead: CSU swim and dive readies for 2025-26 schedule

Abigail Wood, Staff Reporter September 29, 2025

Preseason practices are officially over, and NCAA-sanctioned 20-hour practice schedules are back on. Colorado State swim and dive is gearing up for its new season and recently released its upcoming 2025-26...

A row of five swimmers crouch on swim blocks getting ready to dive into a pool.

CSU swim and dive celebrates 6 graduating athletes

Sophie Webb, Sports Editor January 27, 2025

The Colorado State swimming and diving team celebrated seniors Maisy Barbosa, Emily Chorpening, Skyler Lyon, Katie Flynn, Rylee O’Neil and Maya White in the team’s final conference meet. Maisy Barbosa Since...

A swimmer comes up while swimming breaststroke.

Senior Day gives CSU swimmers proper send-off

Mason Ford, Staff Reporter January 25, 2025

The Senior Day meet between Colorado State and Colorado School of Mines followed an unorthodox formula, making for an exciting send-off to a great season. The competition on Saturday followed a “mystery...

A swimmer in a pink cap and goggles takes a deep breath while swimming backstroke.

Rising star Tess Whineray makes waves for CSU swimming

Mason Ford, Staff Reporter November 19, 2024

Last year, Colorado State swimming recruited a first-year who would create waves throughout the program. Sophomore Tess Whineray has made a huge splash so far in her young career. Her inaugural season...

A swimmer in a pink cap and goggles takes a deep breath while swimming backstroke.

CSU swimming falls short against Wyoming in competitive duel

Mason Ford, Staff Reporter November 8, 2024

Colorado State swim fell short of a win against Wyoming on Friday. The Rams used the 159.5-140.5 loss as a learning experience to reflect on what needs to change moving forward. The Rams put up a valiant...

Cartoon football players dressed as zombies and stormtroopers play on a spooky field with ghostly fans in the stands under a full moon.

Try these Halloween costumes inspired by CSU legends

Sophia Schaller, Staff Reporter October 28, 2024

As Halloween approaches and sports are getting into full swing, it’s fun to imagine what some of Colorado State's most famous athletes may dress up as. From football stars to standout swimmers, these...

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