ECU Swimming and Diving Victorious Over Tribe
January 16, 2005 | Men's Swimming and Diving
"We had a great showing from both the men and women," ECU Head Swimming Coach Rick Kobe said. "We are really swimming well heading into the final stretch of the season."
The Pirate women were led by freshman Megan Pulaski who placed first in the 200 freestyle (1:55.56) as well as the 500 freestyle in a time of 5:05.00. Senior Diane Parker won the 100 butterfly in a swift 57.47, nearly posting a season-best for the Pirates. Juniors Adrienne Williams and Holly Williams were both victorious at the meet. Holly won the 400 IM (4:32.77) and Adrienne took the 50 free (24.86). Freshman Kim Brewer won the 1000 freestyle in 10:38.40.
The Pirate men's team had another stellar performance to remain undefeated on the season, winning 11 out of the 13 events. Seniors Casey Cronin, Kelly Hendrick and Gavin Stark led the men's team to another victory with strong performances in both the individual and team relay events. Cronin won the 200 freestyle (1:43.41), Hendrick the 50 freestyle (21.82), and Stark the 100 freestyle at a mark of 47.56. Freshmen Geoff Handsfield, Jared Gutierrez and Josh Barthlow all won their events. Handsfield in the 1000 freestyle (10:17.03), Gutierrez in the 400 IM (4:21.39), and Barthlow in the 100 backstroke (51.90). Sophomore Rob Pearce claimed victory in the 100 breaststroke.
In the diving well, freshman Christie Icenhower scored a season-high 272.63, winning the three-meter event. Senior Greg Detwiler won the three-meter men's event (269.48). Freshman Ryan Hunt won the one-meter event scoring a 291.90.
The Pirates will compete again when the team travels to the University of Maryland-Baltimore County on Saturday, Jan. 22.
