Both boys and girls swim are well into season, one step closer to becoming Moore League Champions as they defeated both Lakewood on April 11 and Millikan on March 28.
On Friday April 11, Poly played against Lakewood at their last home meet. This was the final home meet for the Jackrabbits, so in addition to competing, the team honored its seniors for their dedication to the program.
“I’ve been on varsity swim for four years, so [swim] has been a big part of my life. I spent so much time here at this pool. Many great moments happened here and its sad leaving it all behind,” said senior Camille Mojica.
Just as last year, the varsity girls swept most events, eventually winning 112-58. The boys turned the tables on the Lancers this year with improved players and a better team dynamic, winning 97-73.
On March 28, Poly visited Millikan as they faced off against their hardest competitor next to Wilson. Both girls and boys were neck and neck until the end, where both teams ended with a 96-73 victory over the Rams.
“This is a practice meet for Wilson. Millikan is a fierce team and we came out fast. We didn’t perform as expected, but this just showed us how we must prepare for Wilson,” said sophomore Emma Skinner.
The team traveled to their last non-league meet at Downey High School on April 2. Even with rain and severe weather conditions, the girls were able to add another win to their list defeating the Vikings 112-44. Unfortunately, the boys did not hold up as well, getting their first loss of the season with a loss 125-45.
“We were missing our top swimmers, and we weren’t swimming our usual events. We thought we could manage, but we definitely underestimated Downey and their times,” said junior Johnathan “Chief” Coleman.
Top girl and boys swimmers participated in the Klaus Barth Invitational meet at Wilson on Thursday April 14, but could not be reported on due to press time constraints. Qualifiers for both boys and girls will move on to finals on Friday, April 18 at 5 pm at Belmont Pool.
On April 30, both teams will travel to Wilson for the biggest and most intense meet of Moore League.
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