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W&L Men's Swimming Dominates ODAC Championships Through Day Two
Generals break three program records and lead the conference meet
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The Washington and Lee men's swimming team is in command of the 2026 ODAC Championships after three sessions, totaling 310.5 points to hold a significant advantage over second-place Lynchburg (201.5). The Generals captured four event titles, posted four NCAA B-cut performances, broke three program records, and reset multiple ODAC overall and championship marks in a dominant stretch spanning Wednesday's relay finals and Thursday's individual and relay events.
Why it matters
Washington and Lee's strong performance at the ODAC Championships showcases the program's continued excellence and ability to compete at the highest levels of Division III swimming. The Generals' record-breaking swims and commanding team lead highlight the depth and talent of their roster, which will make them a force to be reckoned with as the meet progresses and at future NCAA Championship events.
The details
The Generals' highlights included winning the 200 Freestyle Relay, 400 Medley Relay, and the 50 Freestyle, as well as a runner-up finish in the 200 Individual Medley. W&L reset ODAC overall and championship records in the two relay events, while also breaking three program records. Several Generals swimmers also achieved NCAA B-cut times, further demonstrating the team's national-caliber abilities.
- The ODAC Championships continue on Friday, February 13, with Session 4 preliminaries beginning at 10:00 a.m.
- Finals competition resumes at 6:00 p.m. on Friday with the 200 medley relays, followed by championship finals in the 400 IM, 100 butterfly, 200 freestyle, 100 breaststroke and 100 backstroke for both men and women.
The players
Washington and Lee University
A proud member of NCAA Division III and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference, Washington and Lee University is a top-ranked liberal arts university with over 500 student-athletes competing in 24 varsity sports. The Generals have celebrated over 265 conference championships throughout their history.
Dalton Jobe
A swimmer for Washington and Lee, Jobe finished second in the 200 Individual Medley with a time that broke the previous ODAC overall and championship record, while also surpassing the NCAA B-cut standard and the Generals' program record.
Leighton Chapman
A Washington and Lee swimmer, Chapman captured the 50 Freestyle conference title and eclipsed the NCAA B-cut standard.
What’s next
The ODAC Championships will continue on Friday, February 13, with Session 4 preliminaries beginning at 10:00 a.m. and finals competition resuming at 6:00 p.m. with the 200 medley relays and championship finals in several individual events.
The takeaway
Washington and Lee's dominant performance at the ODAC Championships through the first two days showcases the program's depth, talent, and national-caliber abilities. The Generals' record-breaking swims and commanding team lead position them as the favorites to capture the conference title and send a strong contingent to the upcoming NCAA Division III Championships.
