The University of Chicago men's swimming and diving team is set to make a significant impact at the 2026 NCAA Division III National Championships, sending 12 athletes to compete. Leading the charge is Cooper Costello, the top seed and favorite in three events: the 100 Butterfly, 200 Butterfly, and 200 Individual Medley. John Butler also stands out, entering as a top-5 seed in all of his events, including the 200 Freestyle where he is the #2 seed. Ethan Taylor and Alex Schwartz round out the strong contingent, each securing top-5 seeds in their respective events, with Taylor ranked #4 in the 200 Breast and Schwartz at #4 in the 200 Freestyle.
On the women's side, the University of Chicago women's swimming and diving team has also qualified 12 athletes for the national championships, showcasing their depth and talent. Senior Alicia Soosai is poised to make her final appearance at the NCAA Championships, entering as the #6 seed in the 100 Breaststroke and #11 in the 200 Breaststroke. Freshman Alexandra Milisavljevic joins her with multiple top-12 seeds, including #9 in the 1650 Freestyle. Sophia Xu is another standout, ranking #10 in the 100 Butterfly, while freshman Kylie Stuart also qualified, adding to the team's promising lineup.
In basketball, the University of Chicago women's basketball team has earned the #21 seed in the 2026 NCAA Division III Tournament. They will travel to UW-Whitewater for the first two rounds, facing off against Gustavus Adolphus in their opening match. The Maroons enter the tournament with a record of 17-7 and look to rebound from a recent loss against WashU. This marks their 11th consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, underscoring the program's consistency and competitiveness.