NC State Swimmers a Part of 14 World Championships Medals

The six-day long 15th FINA World Swimming Championships, took place this week in Abu Dhabi. Not only was State well represented, they also won a whole lotta races.

Current and former State swimmers ended up making 14 podium appearances, including three members (two current) winning gold.

Junior Katharine Berkoff won gold in 4×100 freestyle relay and 4×50 freestyle relay. Senior Sophie Hansson won gold in 4×50 medley relay and 4×100 medley relay. State alum, Ryan Held, won gold in 4×200 freestyle relay and 4×50 medley relay.

For further information on results, please head over to State’s swimming page.

State swimming returns to action on January 3rd.