The YMCA State Swimming Championships took place this past weekend at the Walter Schroeder Aquatic Center, where the Door County YMCA swim team showcased an outstanding performance. With 57 swimmers competing, the team demonstrated remarkable achievements and resilience throughout the event. This year’s competition featured swimmers ranging from ages 6 to 18.

State Champions
Nadia Kurek (10 years old) 100 Freestyle, 10 Backstroke
Landon Reinhardt (11 years old) 50 Breaststroke, 100 Breaststroke
Zofia Michalski (12 years old) 50 Freestyle, 100 Individual Medley, 50 Backstroke
Sue Mann (15 & Older) 50 Freestyle
Daylia Sund (15 & Older) 100 Breaststroke (New Team Record)
11-12 Girls Relay Team: Zofia Michalski, Gwen Preis, Avery Hanson, Mayra Cordua Stenzel

National Qualifiers
Thomas Kratcha: Qualified for Nationals in the 100 Breaststroke for the first time
Julia Michalski: Achieved three National individual event qualifications, including a four-second drop in the 200 Individual Medley
Daylia Sund: Set a new team record in the 100 Breaststroke, securing a time that positions her for the Finals at Nationals; later achieved the National Cut in the 200 Breaststroke after a second attempt in a time trial
Girls’ 200 Free and Medley Relays: Achieved National qualification standards

Individual and Relay Successes

The competition featured 144 events across multiple age groups. Swimmers must meet time standards to qualify, making participation itself a significant accomplishment. Many of the Door County YMCA swimmers placed highly in their respective events:

7 individuals and 1 relay secured 2nd place finishes
9 individuals and 3 relays earned 3rd place trophies
10 individuals and 5 relays placed 4th
7 individuals and 4 relays placed 5th
13 swimmers placed 6th