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Erokhina Wraps NCAA Championships with Strong 200 Breaststroke Finish
3/20/2026 10:46:00 AM | Women's Swimming & Diving
ATLANTA, Ga. — Maria Erokhina closed out her NCAA Championships appearance Friday at the McAuley Aquatic Center, competing in the 200 breaststroke against college swimming's elite.
Erokhina posted a time of 2:11.11 in the preliminary heats to finish 42nd overall in a deep national field.
The senior opened in 29.39 and reached the halfway mark in 1:02.41 before turning in consistent back-half splits to complete the race in 2:11.11.
Erokhina's performance in the 200 breaststroke capped a two-day showing at the NCAA Championships, where she competed among the nation's top swimmers and represented Northern Colorado on the sport's biggest stage.
Her appearance continues a historic stretch for the program and adds to an already decorated career in the pool.
SWOMEN CLUB: The Swomen Club plays a vital role in the success of UNC Swimming & Diving, providing elite training gear, enhanced nutrition and championship-level travel opportunities. These investments directly support our student-athletes and ensure the Bears are equipped to perform at the highest level.
Give to the Swomen Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS: For complete coverage of UNC Athletics, check out the official homepage at uncbears.com. Follow the women's swim and dive team on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsSwim), Instagram (@UNC_BearsSwim_Dive), and Facebook (/UNCOBearsswimdive).
Erokhina posted a time of 2:11.11 in the preliminary heats to finish 42nd overall in a deep national field.
The senior opened in 29.39 and reached the halfway mark in 1:02.41 before turning in consistent back-half splits to complete the race in 2:11.11.
Erokhina's performance in the 200 breaststroke capped a two-day showing at the NCAA Championships, where she competed among the nation's top swimmers and represented Northern Colorado on the sport's biggest stage.
Her appearance continues a historic stretch for the program and adds to an already decorated career in the pool.
SWOMEN CLUB: The Swomen Club plays a vital role in the success of UNC Swimming & Diving, providing elite training gear, enhanced nutrition and championship-level travel opportunities. These investments directly support our student-athletes and ensure the Bears are equipped to perform at the highest level.
Give to the Swomen Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS: For complete coverage of UNC Athletics, check out the official homepage at uncbears.com. Follow the women's swim and dive team on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsSwim), Instagram (@UNC_BearsSwim_Dive), and Facebook (/UNCOBearsswimdive).
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