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Mahanoy City Today
By the People, for the People
Struckos Siblings Earn More State Medals at PIAA Swimming Championships
Michael and Lydia Strucko of Marian Catholic High School continue their impressive performances at the state meet.
Mar. 14, 2026 at 9:50pm
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The Strucko siblings from Marian Catholic High School added to their medal haul at the PIAA Class AA Swimming Championships. Michael Strucko qualified for the championship finals in the boys' 100-yard backstroke after posting the second fastest preliminary time. His sister Lydia also advanced to the finals in the girls' 100 backstroke, finishing second in the prelims. The Struckos had previously won silver medals on the first day of competition in the 200-yard freestyle and 100 butterfly events.
Why it matters
The Struckos have emerged as two of the top swimmers in Pennsylvania, with multiple state medals to their names. Their continued success at the PIAA championships highlights the strength of the Marian Catholic swim program and the siblings' dedication to their sport.
The details
Michael Strucko recorded the second fastest preliminary time of 50.03 seconds in the boys' 100 backstroke, trailing only Erie Cathedral Prep's Jack Raimy. Lydia Strucko was the second fastest qualifier in the girls' 100 backstroke with a time of 55.89 seconds, behind only Hampton's Lainey Sheets. On the first day of competition, Michael finished second in the 200 freestyle, while Lydia took silver in the 100 butterfly.
- Michael and Lydia Strucko competed in the PIAA Class AA Swimming Championships at Bucknell University's Kinney Natatorium on March 14, 2026.
- Michael and Lydia Strucko won silver medals on the first day of the state meet on March 13, 2026.
The players
Michael Strucko
A senior swimmer at Marian Catholic High School who has earned multiple state medals throughout his high school career.
Lydia Strucko
The younger sibling of Michael Strucko, also a swimmer at Marian Catholic High School who has found success at the state level.
Jack Raimy
A swimmer from Erie Cathedral Prep who posted the fastest preliminary time in the boys' 100 backstroke.
Lainey Sheets
A swimmer from Hampton High School who recorded the fastest preliminary time in the girls' 100 backstroke.
Owen Eisenhofer
A swimmer from Schuylkill Valley High School who was the top seed in the boys' 100 backstroke.
What they’re saying
“Another day, another chance for Michael and Lydia Strucko to bring home more state medals.”
— Dave Seamon, Author
What’s next
The Struckos will compete in the championship finals of their respective events on Saturday, March 15, 2026, looking to add to their medal haul.
The takeaway
The Strucko siblings have emerged as two of the top swimmers in Pennsylvania, with their continued success at the PIAA championships showcasing the strength of the Marian Catholic swim program and their own dedication to their sport.
