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Alabama Swim Earns Two Medals on Day 4 of SEC Championships
Roll Call: Crimson Tide swimmers capture bronze in individual and relay events
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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The Alabama women's swimming and diving team captured a pair of third-place finishes on the fourth night of competition at the Southeastern Conference Swimming and Diving Championships. Tessa Giele won an individual bronze medal in the 100 butterfly with a new school record time, and the 400m medley relay team of Emily Jones, Charlotte Rosendale, Cadence Vincent, and Giele also earned a bronze medal.
Why it matters
Alabama's strong performance at the SEC championships showcases the depth and talent of the Crimson Tide swim program, which continues to be a force in the conference. The medals won by the women's team will boost their overall standings and provide momentum heading into the final days of the meet.
The details
Tessa Giele set a new school record of 50.55 in the 100 butterfly to claim the bronze medal. The 400m medley relay team of Emily Jones, Charlotte Rosendale, Cadence Vincent, and Tessa Giele finished third with a time of 3:27.13. After four days of competition, the Alabama women's team is in sixth place with 401 points, while the men's team is in eighth place with 313.5 points.
- The SEC Swimming and Diving Championships are taking place in Knoxville, Tennessee from February 17-22, 2026.
- The fourth night of competition was on February 20, 2026.
The players
Tessa Giele
An Alabama swimmer who won an individual bronze medal in the 100 butterfly with a new school record time of 50.55.
Emily Jones
A member of the Alabama 400m medley relay team that won a bronze medal.
Charlotte Rosendale
A member of the Alabama 400m medley relay team that won a bronze medal.
Cadence Vincent
A member of the Alabama 400m medley relay team that won a bronze medal.
Alabama women's swimming and diving team
The Alabama women's swim team is currently in sixth place in the overall SEC championships standings after four days of competition.
What’s next
Alabama will compete in the 200 breaststroke, 50 free, 500 free, men's platform and 200 free relay (finals only) on Friday, February 21, 2026, with the SEC championships wrapping up on Saturday.
The takeaway
Alabama's strong performance at the SEC swimming and diving championships, including individual and relay medals, demonstrates the program's continued excellence and ability to compete at the highest level in the conference.
