News Summary
The University of Pennsylvania women’s swimming and diving team showcased remarkable performances on Day 2 of the Ivy League Championships in Providence, Rhode Island. With impressive finishes in multiple events, including podium placements in the 500-yard freestyle and a new school record in the 200-yard individual medley, the Quakers solidified their competitive edge. After their successes, Penn holds fourth place in the team standings heading into the final days of the championship.
Providence, R.I. – Penn Women’s Swimming and Diving Makes Strong Showing on Day 2 of Ivy Championships
The University of Pennsylvania women’s swimming and diving team delivered a strong performance on Day 2 of the 2026 Ivy League Championships held in Providence, Rhode Island. The Quakers demonstrated their competitive prowess in various events, securing podium finishes and setting new school records.
On Thursday, February 19, Penn competed in the 500-yard freestyle, 200-yard individual medley (IM), 50-yard freestyle, 200-yard freestyle relay, and 1-meter dive.
Key Highlights and Record-Breaking Performances
In the 500-yard freestyle, seniors Anna Moehn and Sydney Bergstrom led the charge for Penn, finishing second and third, respectively. Moehn clocked a time of 4:42.78, with Bergstrom closely behind at 4:42.92. Both swimmers demonstrated their strength in distance freestyle, an area where Penn has historically excelled. Earlier, in the prelims, Anna Moehn had qualified strongly, leading the morning qualifiers.
The 200-yard individual medley saw junior Katya Eruslanova deliver a significant performance, securing third place with a time of 1:58.97. This impressive swim not only earned Penn 27 points but also established a new school record. Eruslanova’s performance marked a move from fifth place at the 150-yard mark to a third-place finish, successfully holding off a strong contender.
In the 200-yard freestyle relay, the quartet of Kayla Fu, Amy Qin, Brianna Cong, and Amber Smith achieved a time of 1:30.30, setting another school record for the University of Pennsylvania. This relay team’s strong showing contributed significantly to the Quakers’ overall points.
Sophomore Rachel Yang was the top performer for Penn in the 1-meter dive, earning 256.50 points and finishing seventh overall. Senior Sadie Howard also contributed with a twelfth-place finish, scoring 252.25 points.
Other notable performances for Penn included Kayla Fu placing ninth in the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 22.51, and Amy Qin finishing eleventh in the same event at 22.63.
Team Standings After Day 2
Following the conclusion of Day 2, the University of Pennsylvania stands in fourth place in the team standings with 353 points. Princeton leads the championships with 532 points, followed by Harvard in second with 446.5 points, and Brown in third with 399.5 points.
The championships, which began on Wednesday, February 18, and conclude on Saturday, February 21, are being held at the Katherine Moran Coleman Aquatics Center.
Looking Ahead
The Ivy League Championships will continue with prelims and finals scheduled for Friday, February 20. Events on the schedule include the 100-yard butterfly, 400-yard individual medley, 200-yard freestyle, 100-yard breaststroke, 100-yard backstroke, 3-meter diving, and the 400-yard medley relay.
The Quakers entered the 2026 Ivy League Championships with strong momentum after a historic regular season, finishing third in the Ivy League with a 10-2 overall and 5-2 conference record. The team had previously set 16 pool records and five program records during the regular season.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where are the 2026 Ivy League Women’s Swimming and Diving Championships taking place?
The 2026 Ivy League Women’s Swimming and Diving Championships are taking place from Wednesday, February 18, to Saturday, February 21, at the Katherine Moran Coleman Aquatics Center in Providence, Rhode Island.
What were the University of Pennsylvania’s key achievements on Day 2 of the championships?
On Day 2, the University of Pennsylvania women’s swimming and diving team achieved podium finishes in the 500-yard freestyle, with Anna Moehn taking second and Sydney Bergstrom taking third. Katya Eruslanova secured third place in the 200-yard individual medley, setting a new school record. The 200-yard freestyle relay team also set a new school record.
Which Penn athletes set new school records on Day 2?
Junior Katya Eruslanova set a new school record in the 200-yard individual medley with a time of 1:58.97. The 200-yard freestyle relay team of Kayla Fu, Amy Qin, Brianna Cong, and Amber Smith also set a new school record with a time of 1:30.30.
What is Penn’s current standing after Day 2 of the Ivy League Championships?
After Day 2, the University of Pennsylvania women’s swimming and diving team is in fourth place with 353 points.
Key Features of Penn’s Day 2 Performance
| Event | Penn Athlete/Team | Result/Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500-yard Freestyle | Anna Moehn | 2nd Place (4:42.78) | Senior, competitive finish |
| 500-yard Freestyle | Sydney Bergstrom | 3rd Place (4:42.92) | Senior, strong showing |
| 200-yard Individual Medley | Katya Eruslanova | 3rd Place (1:58.97) | Junior, School Record |
| 200-yard Freestyle Relay | Kayla Fu, Amy Qin, Brianna Cong, Amber Smith | 1:30.30 | School Record |
| 1-meter Dive | Rachel Yang | 7th Place (256.50 points) | Sophomore, top diver for Penn |
| Team Standings (after Day 2) | University of Pennsylvania | 4th Place (353 points) | Out of 8 Ivy League teams |
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