The University of Chicago men's swimming and diving team concluded an impressive run at the 2026 NCAA Championships with a third-place finish, highlighted by a national championship in the 400 freestyle relay. The relay team, featuring Cooper Costello, John Butler, Misha Kojanov, and Alex Schwartz, set a new NCAA record during their victorious performance. Costello also excelled individually, winning the national title in the 200 IM and the 100 butterfly, while Butler secured podium finishes in the 100 freestyle and 50 freestyle events. Overall, the Maroons earned seven All-American honors and set multiple school records throughout the meet.
The ninth-ranked University of Chicago women's swimming and diving team finished seventh at the NCAA Championships, marking their second consecutive top-eight finish. Freshman Alexandra Milisavljevic stood out with a career-best time in the 1650 freestyle, breaking the school record in the 1000 freestyle as well. Senior Alicia Soosai earned All-American honors with a third-place finish in the 100 breaststroke, while the diving team also shone, with Lilia Atanda and Veronica Fong placing fifth and sixth, respectively, in the 3-meter event. The women's relay teams also delivered strong performances, including an eighth-place finish in the 200 freestyle relay.
In lacrosse, the 18th-ranked University of Chicago women's team rebounded from two recent losses with a decisive 19-6 victory over the College of Saint Benedict. The Maroons established an early lead, scoring five consecutive goals, with Avery Song leading the charge with four goals. The team maintained control throughout the match, scoring consistently and demonstrating strong offensive coordination. This win sets the stage for their next matchup against a competitive opponent, as they look to build momentum in the season ahead.
Men's basketball concluded their season with an 81-73 loss to #5 Mary Washington in the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament. Despite a strong start, the Maroons fell behind due to a significant run by the Eagles. UChicago made several attempts to close the gap, but could not overcome the deficit. The season ends with a commendable run, showcasing the team's resilience and skill throughout the tournament.