The Batesville Bulldogs swim teams delivered a strong showing Tuesday evening in a road dual meet against Shelbyville, earning a 84–84 tie on the women’s side and competing closely in an 95-81 loss for the men in the 25-yard pool.
Women’s Highlights
Batesville depth proved critical in securing the draw, with multiple podium finishes throughout the meet.
Senior Emma Miller led the way in the 200 Freestyle, finishing third overall, while freshmen Alyssa Cummings and Solara Scheel scored valuable points in both the 50 and 100 Freestyle events.
In the distance races, Harper Beshears and Lily Lang went 2-3 in the 500 Freestyle, providing a key swing of points. Batesville closed the night in impressive fashion, capturing first place in the 400 Freestyle Relay to secure the tie.
Additional scoring performances came from seniors Samantha Adams (100 Backstroke) and Lexi Harris (100 Breaststroke), while multiple relay entries added depth and consistency across the lineup.
Men’s Highlights
The Batesville boys claimed several individual and relay victories despite the final score.
Junior Matthew Lambert won the 200 Freestyle, added a runner-up finish in the 100 Butterfly, and helped anchor winning relays. Senior Sam Richardson was a double winner, taking first in both the 50 Freestyle and 100 Backstroke, showcasing speed and versatility.
Freshman Collin Vogelsang placed second in the 200 Freestyle, while sophomore Tripp Hertel and Parker Oldhamcontributed strong breaststroke performances.
The Bulldogs also earned first place finishes in both the 200 Medley Relay and the 200 Freestyle Relay, highlighting growing relay chemistry as the postseason approaches.
Team Scores
Women: Batesville 84 – Shelbyville 84
Men: Shelbyville 95 – Batesville 81
Looking Ahead
With the EIAC Championship approaching, Batesville continues to show steady progression, depth, and competitive resilience across all events.
(Information provided by Batesville Swimming Coach Greg McMullen)