The Middlebury men’s swimming and diving team opens its 2023-24 season on Saturday, November 18 when it travels to Connecticut College. 

The Panthers return a strong core of swimmers to the pool this season. Senior captain Riley Griffis was an All-NESCAC performer a season ago finishing second in the 200-yard freestyle. He set school records in the 500 free, and was part of the record-breaking 200 medley and 400 medley relay squads. The Panther closed out the year qualifying for the NCAA Championships, competing in both the 200 and 500 free. 

Samuel Hughes finished third in 200 backstroke at last year’s conference championships to claim All-NESCAC honors. Hughes was also a part of the 200 and 400 medley relay teams which broke two school records during the 2022-23 season. Luke McNamara posted six individual wins in his rookie campaign, including three triumphs in freestyle competition.

Off the diving boards, Ryan Greguski and Ran Brown each played a key role in the Panthers’ success last season. Greguski earned a top-three finish on seven occasions a year ago, while Brown picked up two victories. The pair will take part in the 1-meter and 3-meter events during the upcoming campaign.

Head coach Bob Rueppel returns to the Middlebury natatorium deck for his 13th season at the helm of the program. He will again be assisted by Coulter Morrill and diving coach Bradley Schott.