Razorbacks Take First in All-Arkansas Invite
In a battle of in-state teams, the Razorbacks came out on top Saturday as they finished first at the Arkansas Invite with a team score of 572 and a sweep of all events.
Returning for the first time since 2022, the All-Arkansas Invite featured the University of Arkansas, University of Arkansas-Little Rock, Henderson State University, Hendrix College, Ouachita Baptist University, and Harding University Club Team.
The Hogs managed wins in all 11 races of the day. Senior, Sydney Craft picked up wins in the 200 Butterfly and 500 Freestyle. Freshman, Ellen Garritson also picked up wins in the 200 IM and 100 Breaststroke.
Other Razorbacks to place first include junior Harriet Rogers (50 Freestyle), freshman Alice Beltrame (100 Butterfly), senior Delaney Harrison (100 Freestyle), and freshman Mari Griffin (100 Backstroke). Arkansas swept all three team relays.
“We were focused and energetic today. The entire team had a great attitude and were excited to race in our first competition of the year,” head coach Neil Harper said. “The seniors led by example and our nine freshmen were impressive in their first meets as Razorbacks. I am encouraged with our improvement and attention to detail with new technique and race strategies. I thought it was a great way to start out season.”
The Razorbacks will be back in action on Friday, Oct. 3 in Springfield, Mo. as they face the Drury University.
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