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Virginia Women Dominate at ACC Swimming Championships
Cavalier women win three events on Day 3 to take the lead in team standings
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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The University of Virginia women's swimming and diving team surged into first place at the 2026 ACC Championships on Wednesday, February 18, after winning three events at the McAuley Aquatic Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The Cavalier women began the evening with a win in the 200 Free Relay, followed by individual titles in both the 500 Free and the 50 Free.
Why it matters
A strong showing at the ACC Championships is crucial for building momentum heading into the NCAA Championships, where teams aim to reach the highest levels of collegiate swimming. Early success, like that demonstrated by the Virginia women, can significantly boost team morale and confidence.
The details
Sophomore Katie Grimes repeated as the ACC Champion in the 500 Freestyle, finishing with a time of 4:33.78. Freshman Sara Curtis claimed her first individual ACC title in the 50 Free, clocking in at 21.09. Sophomore Anna Moesch secured a bronze medal in the same event, finishing just .01 seconds behind a competitor from Louisville. On the men's side, freshman Maximus Williamson achieved the team's first podium finish of the meet, earning a silver medal in the 200 IM with a time of 1:40.78, breaking his own school record.
- The ACC Championships run through Saturday, February 21, with prelims at 9:30 a.m. and finals at 5:30 p.m. each day.
- Thursday's events will feature the 400 IM, 100 Fly, and 200 Free.
The players
Katie Grimes
A sophomore on the University of Virginia women's swimming team who repeated as the ACC Champion in the 500 Freestyle.
Sara Curtis
A freshman on the University of Virginia women's swimming team who claimed her first individual ACC title in the 50 Free.
Anna Moesch
A sophomore on the University of Virginia women's swimming team who secured a bronze medal in the 50 Free.
Maximus Williamson
A freshman on the University of Virginia men's swimming team who earned a silver medal in the 200 IM, breaking his own school record.
What they’re saying
“A strong showing at the ACC Championships is crucial for building momentum heading into the NCAA Championships, where teams aim to reach the highest levels of collegiate swimming.”
— Samantha Carter, Editor-in-Chief, Newsy-Today.com
What’s next
The ACC Championships continue through Saturday, February 21, with preliminary heats beginning at 9:30 a.m. and finals at 5:30 p.m. each day. Thursday's events will feature the 400 IM, 100 Fly, and 200 Free.
The takeaway
The Virginia women's swimming team has demonstrated early dominance at the 2026 ACC Championships, winning three events on Day 3 to take the lead in the team standings. This strong start could provide a significant boost in momentum as the team sets its sights on the upcoming NCAA Championships.
