Roman Rodriguez Breaks 10-Year-Old Record At New Mexico State Championships

Cottonwood Classical swimmer sets new 100 fly mark, Albuquerque Academy sweeps team titles

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Roman Rodriguez, a swimmer from Cottonwood Classical, broke a 10-year-old state record in the 100 fly with a personal best time of 47.71 at the 2026 New Mexico Activities Association Swimming and Diving Championships. The Albuquerque Academy girls and boys teams also continued their dominance, winning their 10th straight and 2nd consecutive state titles, respectively.

Why it matters

Rodriguez's record-breaking performance highlights the continued excellence of New Mexico's high school swimming programs, while the Albuquerque Academy dynasty demonstrates the school's ability to develop top-tier talent year after year. The meet showcased the state's top swimmers and diving talent.

The details

Rodriguez's time of 47.71 in the 100 fly broke the previous record of 48.65 set in 2016 by Anthony Kim. Albuquerque Academy's girls team swept all three relay events and got an individual win from 8th-grader Riley Rosandich in the 100 free. On the boys' side, Rodriguez also won the 100 back, while Albuquerque Academy's Shep Camp repeated as champion in the 200 IM and 100 breast.

  • The 2026 New Mexico Activities Association Swimming and Diving Championships took place on February 21, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
  • Rodriguez broke the 10-year-old 100 fly record during the meet.

The players

Roman Rodriguez

A swimmer from Cottonwood Classical who broke the 10-year-old state record in the 100 fly.

Anthony Kim

The previous record holder in the 100 fly, setting a time of 48.65 in 2016.

Albuquerque Academy

The high school that won both the girls' and boys' team state championships, continuing their dynasty.

Riley Rosandich

An 8th-grader at Albuquerque Academy who won the 100 free and contributed to two of the school's relay victories.

Shep Camp

A swimmer for Albuquerque Academy who repeated as champion in the 200 IM and 100 breast.

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What they’re saying

“'I was fully locked in. Got it done.'”

— Roman Rodriguez (Albuquerque Journal)

The takeaway

New Mexico's high school swimming programs continue to produce top-tier talent, with Rodriguez's record-breaking performance and Albuquerque Academy's sustained dominance showcasing the state's swimming prowess.