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In addition to the plethora of swimmers and divers that the Mason Comets qualified to the state championships, the remaining Greater Miami Conference swimming and diving programs represented the conference and their schools in outstanting fashion against the best that the state of Ohio has to offer. 

Complete championship results: OHSAA Swimming and Diving Final Results 2026

Notable GMC accomplishments:

GMC “Swimmer of the Year” and four-time first-team All-GMC honoree Isabella Teply has now added another distinction to her résumé: a two-time defending OHSAA state champion in the 200-yard freestyle. In the 200 Free finals, Teply scorched the water with a blazing 1:47.78, reaffirming her place among Ohio’s elite.

On the boys’ side of the deck, Liam Clark showcased his remarkable versatility, delivering an impressive 1:49.04 in the Individual Medley—one of the most demanding events in the sport.

Press Release by Mason SID, Dan Hilen

Mason Girls Swimming & Diving Defends State Runner-Up Title

Teply Repeats as State Champion

The Mason Girls Swimming & Diving team once again established itself among Ohio’s elite programs, earning Division I State Runner-Up honors for the third consecutive year at the OHSAA State Championships this past weekend in Canton, Ohio.

Senior standout Bella Teply delivered a remarkable performance, successfully defending her State Championship in the 200 Freestyle while also finishing 2nd in the 100 Freestyle. Teply’s leadership and consistency have been instrumental in Mason’s sustained success at the state level.

The Comets’ depth was on full display with multiple podium finishes across individual and relay events:

State Podium & Finalist Finishes:

200 Freestyle – Bella Teply (1st), Veronika Khudiakova (5th)
200 Individual Medley – Dana Fairbanks (3rd)
500 Freestyle – Dana Fairbanks (2nd), Veronika Khudiakova (5th)
100 Freestyle – Bella Teply (2nd)
200 Medley Relay – Dana Fairbanks, Anna Erickson, Claire Liu, Lucy Rhoten (5th)
200 Freestyle Relay – Anna Erickson, Sarah Li, Veronika Khudiakova, Bella Teply (2nd)
400 Freestyle Relay – Veronika Khudiakova, Dana Fairbanks, Lucy Rhoten, Bella Teply (2nd)

The team’s consistency, depth, and championship mindset were evident throughout the meet, as the Comets battled the state’s top programs event after event.

Securing runner-up honors for the third straight season underscores the strength of Mason’s girls program and its culture of excellence.

Congratulations to all state qualifiers on another extraordinary season representing Mason with pride!

Mason Boys Swimming & Diving Earns Historic Third-Place Finish at State!

Clark Captures State Title! Sullivan Boys/Girls Coach of the Year!

The Mason Boys Swimming & Diving team delivered a historic performance at the OHSAA State Championships this past weekend in Canton, earning a third-place overall team finish — the highest in program history.

Leading the way was junior standout Liam Clark, who captured the Division I State Championship in the 200 Individual Medley, showcasing his versatility and dominance against Ohio’s best. Clark also contributed across multiple events, placing 7th in the 100 Breaststroke and helping power two relay teams to podium finishes.

The Comets displayed impressive depth and determination throughout the meet, highlighted by multiple podium appearances:

State Podium & Finalist Finishes:

200 IM – Liam Clark (1st), Austin Zhong (4th)
50 Freestyle – Aidan Jansen (4th)
100 Freestyle – Aidan Jansen (6th)
100 Breaststroke – Liam Clark (7th)
200 Medley Relay – Robbie Wall, Ethan Tu, Liam Clark, Noah Kirk (5th)
200 Freestyle Relay – Yassin Ghobril, Mulenga Cole, Aidan Jansen, Noah Kirk (4th)
400 Freestyle Relay – Aidan Jansen, Yassin Ghobril, Ethan Tu, Mulenga Cole (5th)
Diving – Juju Nkhuhmane (4th)
The third-place finish reflects the team’s relentless work ethic, senior leadership, and commitment to excellence. Competing in one of the deepest fields in the state, the Comets proved they belong among Ohio’s elite programs.

This milestone performance sets a new standard for Mason Boys Swimming & Diving and marks a defining moment in program history.

The Greater Miami Conference qualified an impressive number of swimmers and divers to the OHSAA State Swimming and Diving Championships held in Canton, Ohio - February 24 through February 28th.

OHSAA Swimming and Diving Informational link: OHSAA Swimming and Diving Specifics

In the diving category: Oliver Erck (Sycamore), Christian Poh (Mason), Juju Nkhumane (Mason), Isabella Giraldo (Mason) and Corinne Hartman (Mason).

Complete List of Boys and Girls DI Divers competing: Comprehensvie List of Competing Divers

Complete of OHSAA State Swimming Qualifiers: OHSAA State Swim Qualifiers

Mason contingent: Boys - Liam Clark, Mulenga Cole, Yassin Ghobril, Aidan Jansen, Noah Kirk, Samyak Ramchandre, Ethan Tu, Max Vazquez, Robbie Wall, Jake Xu, Austin Zhong, Nick Moore, William Privett, Ethan Peyton, Dylan Fairbanks, Caleb Tan, Christian Poh, and Juju Nkhumane.

Mason contingent Girls: Nora Todd, Anna Erickson, Dana Fairbanks, Lucy Rhoten, Bella Teply, Veronika Kudiakova, Sarah Li, Alyssa Soehnlen, Elaine Peng, Adrianna DeVito, Claire Liu, Isabella Giraldo, and Corinne Hartmann.

GMC-at-large swimming qualfiers: Ella Witkowski (East), Michael Metz (Fairfield), Chloe Fox (Sycamore), Vivian Nu (Sycamore), Janna Spetz (West), Jett Sloan (Oak Hills), Natalie Fada (East), ames Hossler (Hamilton), Braden Fuller (East), Peyton Lee (West), Nicholas Minch (West), Bailey Bacer (East), Carter Ott (East) and John Knapschaefer (Sycamore).

Many of the above listed athletes are competing in multiple events.

Best of luck!

Mason Comet Press Release by SID Dan Hilen:

The Mason Boys Swim and Dive Team had an amazing weekend winning their 1st District Championship in program history! The Comets defeated defending District Champion St. Xavier by a score of 473.5 to 461.5 points to earn the title. This was the Bomber programs first loss at a District meet in over 57 years! It was a total team effort!

Mason will send 16 Swimmer and 2 divers onto Canton this week to compete for State OHSAA titles.

Juju Nkhumane claimed our team's only individual championship in diving. Below are the Comets headed to state:

Liam Clark, Mulenga Cole, Yassin Ghobril, Aidan Jansen, Noah Kirk, Samyak Ramchandre, Ethan Tu, Max Vazquez, Robbie Wall, Jake Xu, Austin Zhong, Nick Moore, William Privett, Ethan Peyton, Dylan Fairbanks, Caleb Tan, Christian Poh, and Juju Nkhumane.

The OHSAA State Swimming and Diving Championships will be held Tuesday, February 24th (diving) and Friday and Saturday, 2/27-2/28 at C.T. Natatorium in Canton, Ohio.

Congratulations to all the athletes and coaches!

Go Comets...Win State!

The Mason Girl's Swimming and Diving Team defended their District title this past Saturday at Miami. This is the Comet ladies 11th District Championship in program history and 3rd consecutive win. The Comets scored 370 points beating runner-up St. Ursula by over 60 points.

Mason will have 11 girls swimmers and 2 divers will be moving onto State!

Senior Bella Teply led the team with 2 District wins. Bella won the 200 & 100 Freestyle. Her 200 Freestyle win set a new district and school record!

Two of our Mason relay teams were District Champions:

200 Freestyle Relay - Anna Erickson, Sarah Li, Lucy Rhoten, Bella Teply

400 Freestyle Relay - Sarah Li, Veronika Kudiakova, Dana Fairbanks, Bella Teply

Below is a list of Mason Girls State qualifiers:

Nora Todd, Anna Erickson, Dana Fairbanks, Lucy Rhoten, Bella Teply, Veronika Kudiakova, Sarah Li, Alyssa Soehnlen, Elaine Peng, Adrianna DeVito, Claire Liu, Isabella Giraldo, and Corinne Hartmann

The OHSAA State Swimming and Diving Championships will be held Tuesday, February 24th (diving) and Friday and Saturday, 2/27-2/28 at C.T. Natatorium in Canton, Ohio.

Congratulations to all the athletes and coaches!

Go Comets...Win State!