SIU women’s swim and dive team blew the visiting McKendree Bearcats out of the water at Shea Natatorium Friday afternoon, claiming a team victory 239-60. The men’s team fought a closer contest, ultimately falling short 156.5-141.5.

Saluki women took first place in every event with the exception of three-meter diving. Notable performers include fifth-year senior Sierra Forbord with victories in the 50-, 100- and 200-yard freestyle events and as part of the 400-yard freestyle relay team, and freshman Celia Pulido with wins in 100- and 200-yard backstroke, 200-yard individual medley, and as part of the 200-yard medley relay team.

The SIU men turned in a lesser performance, only taking first place in six out of 16 events, but still brought the team score within a respectable 15-point margin. Junior Adam Cernek took first in the 100- and 200-yard backstroke and 200-yard individual medley events.

Freshman Lee Haywood and senior Kyle Cambell took first and second respectively in the one- and three-meter diving events, providing a clean sweep for the Saluki men on the diving board.

Saluki swim and dive teams will return to action on Oct. 9 when they host University of Missouri at Shea Natatorium.

Staff reporter Brandyn Wilcoxen can be reached at [email protected] or on Twitter at @Brandyn_2020

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