The Batesville High School men’s and women’s swim teams delivered standout performances at the Lawrenceburg Invitational on Saturday, December 7.
The men’s team showcased determination, finishing fourth overall with key wins in the 50 Free by Matthew Lambert and the 500 Free by Ben Kuntz. Their strong effort left them just a few points shy of third-place Milan.
“For a team of six, I never imagined we’d finish that well,” said Coach McMullen. “Ben and Matthew stepped up to secure two event wins, while the rest of the team came together with outstanding relay performances. Their hard work continues to impress.”
Meanwhile, the women’s team, competing at full strength for the first time this season, secured their first victory at the Lawrenceburg Invitational since rejoining the meet in 2022. The win also marked the program’s first recorded victory since their inaugural season in 2002.
Leading the charge was meet MVP Isabel Raab, who swept all four of her events, earning gold in the 50 Free, 100 Free, 200 Medley Relay, and 200 Freestyle Relay. Her standout performance was complemented by Sarah Bedel, who claimed victory in the 100 Breaststroke, and Cora Miller, who finished second in the 100 Fly.
Final Team Scores
Men
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Seniors with Trophy. Seated, Sarah Bedel, Zeke Obermeyer; Standing, Jenna Zimmerman, Isabel Raab. William Henry Harrison (OH) – 304
- Ross (OH) – 213
- Milan – 168
- Batesville – 163
- Rising Sun – 121
- Lawrenceburg – 114
- Share Memorial – 29
Women
- Batesville – 276
- Milan – 224
- Southwestern – 182
- William Henry Harrison (OH) – 151
- Ross (OH) – 141
- Lawrenceburg – 107
- Rising Sun – 29
Bulldog Event Winners
Men
- Matthew Lambert: 50 Free
- Ben Kuntz: 500 Free
Women
- Isabel Raab: 50 Free, 100 Free
- Sarah Bedel: 100 Breaststroke
- 200 Medley Relay: Cora Miller, Sarah Bedel, Isabel Raab, Sam Adams
- 200 Freestyle Relay: Cora Miller, Sam Adams, Isabel Raab, Emma Miller
Notable Highlights
- This marks the second time BHS has won the Lawrenceburg Invitational; the men previously triumphed in 2022 with a team led by now Franklin College swimmer Will Johnson.
- Isabel Raab was named Swimmer of the Meet for her dominant performance.
Next Meet
The Bulldogs will travel to Centerville on December 10 for a double dual meet.