Oct. 16, 2007
Swimmer of the Week
Jon Roberts, Minnesota
Jr., Charlotte, N.C./Cardinal Gibbons
Roberts and the Minnesota Gophers nearly upset No. 8 Florida this weekend, finishing a mere 16 points behind the Gators. Roberts racked up quality points for his team with two first-place finishes and one second-place. His time of 54.89 in the 100 breaststroke met the NCAA B cut time. His performance in the 200 medley relay guided the quartet in posting an NCAA "B" cut time as well (1:28.86). The junior Gopher takes home his first weekly honor.
Last MINN SOW: Igor Cerensek (12/6/06)
Diver of the Week
Kyle Schroeder, Michigan
Jr., Milan, Mich./Milan
Off the spring board, Schroeder helped the Wolverines to a victory over Eastern Michigan with two first-place finishes. His performances on the one- (300.55) and three-meter (316.10) diving boards earned him a spot at the NCAA qualifying meet in March. This is the junior diver's first weekly award.
Last MICH DOW: Jason Coben (2/9/04)
