The 2026 swim season is already shaping up to be an incredible one — and we’re only halfway through! Our athletes have already delivered impressive performances, strong finishes and exciting personal bests that set the tone for the rest of the season. From explosive relay swims to standout individual races, our Sharks continue to prove that hard work, determination and team spirit are paying off in a big way.

2026 Record Setters:

Girls 8 & Under

• 100 Medley Relay – Emmie Lubben, Sofia Pineda Klimankova, Julia Rusnak, Nevaeh Boyce – 2:13.98 (June 20 – SHARKS @ Villa Park)
• 100 Freestyle Relay – Sofia Pineda Klimankova, Madina Tolubaeva, Nevaeh Boyce, Emmie Lubben – 2:07.28 (June 13 – Glendale Heights @ SHARKS)
• 25 Breaststroke – Sofia Pineda Klimankova – 32.20 (June 13 – Glendale Heights @ SHARKS)

Boys 8 & Under

• 100 Freestyle – Alexander Callanta, Grayson Boyce, Oliver Harrington, Jacob Wagner – 2:08.92 (June 20 – SHARKS @ Villa Park)

Boys 9–10

• 200 Freestyle Relay – Ray Welch, Tomas Sanchez, Liam Niklinski, Gavin McCarthy – 3:55.82 (June 6 – Itasca @ SHARKS)

Girls 11–12

• 50 Freestyle – Zara Miljkovic – 33.21 (June 6 – Itasca @ SHARKS)
• 100 Freestyle – Zara Miljkovic – 1:14.14 (June 17 – SHARKS @ Lombard)
• 50 Butterfly – Zara Miljkovic – 40.73 (June 20 – SHARKS @ Villa Park)

With just two meets remaining, there’s plenty of opportunity for our Sharks to keep the momentum going. Let’s stay focused and continue bringing the same energy, determination and team spirit to every practice and race. We can’t wait to see what this team accomplishes as we finish the season strong — keep pushing, and let’s make these final meets our best yet!

Go Sharks! 🦈💙