News Summary
The UCLA Swimming and Diving Program has released its competition schedule for the upcoming season. The Bruins will host eight events at the Spieker Aquatic Center and participate in dual meets and prestigious championships. Noteworthy events include the Blue vs. Gold Intrasquad Meet, USC Invite, and Big Ten Championships. The team looks to build on last season’s success and expects contributions from returning athletes. Fans can follow the team’s journey on social media for updates throughout the season.
Los Angeles – UCLA Announces 2025-26 Swimming and Diving Competition Schedule
The UCLA Swimming and Diving Program has officially released its competition schedule for the 2025-26 season, under the direction of Head Coach Jordan Cordry. The Bruins will host a total of eight events at the Spieker Aquatic Center, providing a robust opportunity for fans to support their team throughout the season.
The upcoming schedule includes five invitational meets, ten dual meets, and participation in the prestigious Big Ten Championships. In addition, the NCAA Championships are set to take place from March 18-21, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia, offering athletes a platform to showcase their talents on a national level.
Season Kickoff and Regular Season Highlights
The swimming season is set to commence with the Blue vs. Gold Intrasquad Meet on October 3, 2025. This event will be followed by the official start of the regular season at the USC Invite on October 10-11, 2025.
The Bruins have outlined a competitive series of eight dual meets, with five of these taking place at their home venue. Key upcoming duals include significant challenges against nationally recognized teams such as Iowa on January 9, Stanford on January 16, California on January 17, and their archrival USC on January 30. The home season will conclude with Senior Day on January 31, 2026, where the team will face Nevada.
Invitational and Championship Events
UCLA will also participate in several invitational meets throughout the season. Mid-season competitions are scheduled at the USC Invitational on October 10-11, 2025, and the Ohio State Invitational from November 18-21, 2025. Additionally, diving events will include participation in the USC Diving Invite on November 20-22, 2025, the Riverside Diving Invite on December 19-20, 2025, and the Bruin Diving Invitational from January 9-11, 2026.
The championship season will kick off with the Big Ten Championships, scheduled from February 18-21, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Following this, the NCAA Zone E Diving Championships will be held from March 9-11, 2026, in Flagstaff, Arizona, offering divers another opportunity to qualify for the national championships.
Returning Talent
Following a successful 2024-25 season where the Bruins sent seven swimmers to the NCAA Championships, the team looks forward to enhancing its roster. Notable returning athletes include Eden Cheng, a 2025 Second Team All-American, along with Sarah Bennetts, Molly Brascia, Fay Lustria, Rosie Murphy, and Claudia Yovanovich, all of whom are expected to make significant contributions to the team’s success.
As the Bruins prepare for an exciting year ahead, fans and supporters can follow the team’s journey on social media platforms, specifically through the handle @UCLASwimAndDive on X and Instagram, to stay updated on events, results, and news throughout the season.
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Additional Resources
- UCLA Swim & Dive Announces 2025-26 Schedule
- Wikipedia: Swimming
- Indiana Swimming and Diving Announces 2025-26 Schedule
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Diving (Sport)
- No. 10 Bears Defeat No. 24 UCLA on Senior Day
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