Clovis High girls dominate district swimming meet

Lady Wildcats win 9 of 11 events, qualify 14 for state competition

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Clovis High girls swimming team captured the District 3-4A championship, winning 9 of 11 events and posting strong finishes across the board. The Lady Wildcats scored 219 points, well ahead of runner-up Artesia (87) and third-place Hobbs (58). Clovis will send 14 girls to the state meet, covering all 11 events. The Clovis boys also had a strong showing, finishing third overall with 82 points.

Why it matters

The dominant performance by the Clovis High girls swimming team highlights the strength of their program and their potential to contend for a state title. The large number of qualifiers for state also demonstrates the depth of talent on the team. This success is significant for the Clovis community, which has a proud tradition in high school sports.

The details

Freshman MacKayla Smith led the way for Clovis, winning the 200-yard individual medley and 100 backstroke. She was also part of two winning relay teams. Other individual event winners for the Lady Wildcats included Molly Kidd in the 200 freestyle, Niamh McWilliams in the 100 butterfly, and Evelee Eugene in the 100 freestyle. On the boys' side, freshman Thomas Buck won the 500 freestyle and 100 backstroke to pace the Wildcats, who finished third overall.

  • The district meet was held on Saturday, February 8, 2026.
  • The state swimming championships are scheduled for February 20-21, 2026 at Albuquerque Academy.

The players

MacKayla Smith

A freshman swimmer for Clovis High who won the 200-yard individual medley and 100 backstroke, and was part of two winning relay teams.

Molly Kidd

A senior swimmer for Clovis High who won the 200 freestyle event.

Niamh McWilliams

A senior swimmer for Clovis High who won the 100 butterfly event.

Evelee Eugene

A freshman swimmer for Clovis High who won the 100 freestyle event.

Thomas Buck

A freshman swimmer for the Clovis High boys team who won the 500 freestyle and 100 backstroke events.

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What they’re saying

“It was a very dominant weekend. They were very strong. It was really something to see.”

— Vincent de Maio, Clovis High swimming coach

What’s next

Clovis High will send 14 girls and 4 boys to the state swimming championships on February 20-21, 2026 at Albuquerque Academy, where they will look to build on their strong district performances.

The takeaway

The Clovis High girls swimming team's dominant district championship win showcases the depth and talent of their program, setting them up as a contender for the state title. Their success is a point of pride for the Clovis community and highlights the strength of the school's athletic programs.