CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The Luther Women's Swimming and Diving team was picked to win the American Rivers Conference in the 2025-26 Coaches' Preseason Poll announced on Tuesday. The Norse earned 16 points including four first place votes as the team seeks a fourth straight championship.
Luther returns all-conference performers
Mia Prater,
Hayley Crosland,
Lillian McRoberts,
Annabelle Pollock,
Ren Talerico,
Marissa Rutkowski,
Cassie Rounds,
Kate Denner.
"We are incredibly excited for the 2025-2026 season! It's an opportunity for us to elevate from previous seasons and grow stronger as a team," head coach
Aaron Zander said. "There's a lot to be excited for this year!"
The Norse begin the season at Gustavus Adolphus on Saturday, Oct. 11 with the meet beginning at 12 p.m. in St. Peter, Minn.
2025-26 Preseason Poll - Points (first place votes)
- Luther – 16 (4)
- Nebraska Wesleyan – 13 (1)
- Loras – 10
- Coe – 7
- Simpson – 4
