Edison, NJ – Niagara women's swimmer
Alaina Pitton was named Metro Conference Swimmer of the Week, and Amelia Person was named Rookie of the Week.
In Friday's dual meet vs. Le Moyne, Alaina Pitton competed in four events and won all four. She also set three Pool Records at the Vincent B. Ryan Natatorium. Started the day as a member of the 200 Medley Relay that won by almost 4 full seconds and set a Pool Record in the process. She would follow that up with two first-place finishes in her individual events, both Pool Records. The 100 Breast saw her win with a 1:05.30, the 200 Breast saw her win with a 2:21.39. Over seven seconds ahead of second place. She ended her day as part of the 200 Free Relay that touched first for the Purple Eagles
Amelia Person started the meet touching second in the 1000 Free with a time of 10:32.62, just behind teammate and school record holder in the event, Marty Divis. Her time in the 1000 puts her sixth all-time in Niagara history and is her fourth entry into the top ten in her young career. Switching from distance to sprinting, Amelia was able to win the 100 Free, showcasing her versatility. To top off the day, she won the 200 IM by six seconds, securing her second event victory on the day.
Niagara swimming is back in action on Friday, November 20, as they head to Buffalo, NY, to partake in the UB Invite.
