IOWA CITY, Iowa – The University of Iowa women’s swimming and diving program has added 15 swimmers and divers that will join the Hawkeyes for the 2022-23 season, it was announced Wednesday by head coach Nathan Mundt.
The student-athletes hail from nine states and includes two international recruits. Three of the signees are transfers from TCU, Penn State and Denison University.
“We are excited to announce the addition of 15 newcomers to our program for the upcoming season,” said Mundt. “The swimmers and divers we have added are all quality student-athletes, and each of them will have an immediate impact on our overall performance in the pool as well as in the classroom. We can’t wait to get everyone on campus and get to work this season.”
Dani Anglin | Diving | Boynton Beach, Fla. | Park Vista
Top Scores:
1-Meter (11 Dives): 474.65
1-Meter (10 Dives): 361.70
3-Meter (10 Dives): 370.00
Why Iowa?
“I visited a few schools and met wonderful coaches and people. However, the minute I stepped foot in Iowa I felt at home. I couldn’t help but feel the support and passion the team had and immediately knew this is where I wanted to be.”
Olivia Asay | Fly/Back/Free | Downers Grove, Ill. | Downers Grove North
Top Times:
50 Free: 24.59
100 Free: 53.00
200 Free: 1:56.91
100 Back: 56.41
100 Fly: 55.66
200 Fly: 2:06.75
200 IM: 2:05.71
Why Iowa?
“When I stepped onto campus, it felt like home. I know that is a cliche, but it is true. When I was on my visit I felt as though the Lord told me this is going to be your future and your home for the next chapter of your life! I am blessed and thankful to call myself a Hawkeye.”
Alyssa Konz | Diving | Victoria, Minn. | Chanhassen
Top Scores:
1-Meter (6 Dives): 235
1-Meter (10 Dives): 360.53
1-Meter (11 Dives): 386.35
3-Meter (10 Dives): 342.75
Platform (9 Dives): 313.20
Why Iowa?
“After living and training in Iowa City for a few months in 2020, I felt at home and knew the University of Iowa was where I wanted to spend the next four years of my life.
“As someone wanting to pursue a career in medicine, the University of Iowa’s incredible research hospital will provide many opportunities that I wouldn’t have elsewhere. With amazing teammates, coaches, and support staff, I know the University of Iowa will help me succeed both in and out of the pool.”
Sabina Kupcova | Free/IM | Levice, Slovakia | Sportovni Gymnasium Ludvika Danka
Top Times:
200 Free: 1:58.29
400 Free: 4:14.78
200 IM: 2:13.93
Why Iowa?
“When I saw the University of Iowa for the first time, it got my heart. The campus is beautiful, everyone has been so nice and even though I was 1,000 kilometers away I could imagine myself there. From that moment, I knew that Iowa is a place where I can grow as an athlete and as a person. It’s a place where I will be happy and which I can call my second home.”
Scarlet Martin | Fly/Back/Free | Coralville, Iowa | Iowa City West
Top Times:
50 Free: 23.44
100 Free: 50.50
200 Free: 1:48.60
100 Back: 54.14
100 Fly: 53.01
200 Fly: 1:57.91
200 IM: 2:02.50
Alix O’Brien | Free | Apple Valley, Minn. | Denison University | Apple Valley
Top Times:
50 Free: 25.74
100 Free: 55.35
200 Free: 1:52.23
500 Free: 4:52.27
1,000 Free: 10:09.68
1,650 Free: 16:47.31
200 IM: 2:09.54
400 IM: 4:21.41
Why Iowa?
“I chose the University of Iowa because of the unique opportunities it has to offer both in and out of the pool. I feel as though it will be the perfect place to challenge me to grow. I felt at home after spending time on campus and with the team. I can’t wait to be a Hawkeye.”
Meredith O’Malley | Free | Winter Garden, Fla. | Bishop Moore Catholic
Top Times:
50 Free: 24.47
100 Free: 52.87
200 Free: 1:55.11
500 Free: 5:10.07
1,000 Free: 10:34.96
Why Iowa?
“I chose the University of Iowa because of the amazing opportunities it has to offer both academically and athletically. I felt so at home the second I was on campus, and the team was so welcoming. I know that coming here will help me grow as a person and athlete.”
Geneva Pauly | Diving | Arvada, Colo. | Arvada West
Top Scores:
1-Meter (11 Dives): 524.65
1-Meter: 487.50
Sıla Özkazanç | Freestyle/Backstroke | Ankara, Turkey | Ankara University Development Foundation
Top Times (LCM)
100 Free: 1:00.29
200 Free: 2:06.34
400 Free: 4:18.47
800 Free: 8:44.13
1,500 Free: 17:03.87
200 Back: 2:18.99
Why Iowa?
“I chose the University of Iowa because of the outstanding opportunities, resources and support it will give me to be successful in my sport and my academics.”
Molly Pedersen | Free/Back | Fishers, Ind. | Penn State University | Hamilton Southeastern
Top Times:
50 Free: 23.72
100 Free: 50.83
200 Free: 1:50.07
500 Free: 5:06.66
100 Back: 56.28
200 Back: 2:02.94
Why Iowa?
“I chose the University of Iowa because of the amazing staff, their vision for me and this program and the great group of girls I get to practice with.”
Sheridan Schreiber | Breast/Fly | Cumming, Ga. | TCU | Arizona State | West Forsyth
Top Times:
50 Free: 25.30
100 Breast: 1:01.59
200 Breast: 2:16.54
100 Fly: 55.50
200 Fly: 2:08.07
Why Iowa?
“I chose the University of Iowa because of the coaching staff as well as the incredible facilities they have for athletes. I want to thank Mona and Nate for giving me this wonderful opportunity to swim a fifth year!”
Madi Stone | Free | Danville, Calif. | San Ramon Valley
Top Times:
50 Free: 24.33
100 Free: 51.79
200 Free: 1:51.84
500 Free: 5:04.04
Why Iowa?
“I chose the University of Iowa because both of my parents went there and expressed their love for the school. I immediately felt welcomed by the coaches and teammates and everything leading up to this has been very exciting. Not only will Iowa give me the training I need to be a better swimmer, but it will also give me the support I need to be successful academically and socially.”
Leslie Wendel | Free/Fly | Winnetka, Ill. | New Trier
Top Times:
50 Free: 25.14
100 Free: 51.82
200 Free: 1:52.66
100 Back: 58.66
100 Fly: 55.57
Why Iowa?
“I chose the University of Iowa because I liked the combination of athletics and academics. I felt comfortable and thought the campus atmosphere was great. I believe it will be an amazing school to be a part of!”
Lainey Woodward | Diving | Omaha, Neb. | Millard West
Top Scores:
1-Meter (11 Dives): 497.90
Why Iowa?
“I chose the University of Iowa because it has been my dream school since I was young and the second I was on campus for my visit it felt like home. The team and environment were very welcoming and made me fall in love with Iowa even more.”
Emily Wooden | Free/Fly | Chino Hills, Calif. | Ayala
Top Times:
50 Free: 24.48
100 Free: 53.22
200 Free: 1:56.39
100 Fly: 57.13
200 Fly: 2:05.24
200 IM: 2:17.72
Why Iowa?
“I could give a very long list of reasons that I chose the University of Iowa, but I think I can shorten the list to three key reasons. First, Iowa will challenge me academically – I am excited to explore majors in the career fields that interest me like law and criminal justice. Second, Iowa will challenge me athletically – I plan to continue my swimming career in college and Iowa offers the best facilities and competes in the fastest conference in the nation. Finally, Iowa will challenge me to grow – I know that starting this new chapter in my life will help me with new experiences and new opportunities.”
