BROWN DEER, Wis. — UW-Eau Claire men's and women's swim and dive teams continued WIAC Championships Friday. Day three finished with the men's team in second place with a team score of 562 and the women's team in second place with a team score of 589.50. Highlights of day three include Anwen Smith setting a program record in the 100 yard butterfly, and saw multiple podium placements.

For the men, Emmett Botten contributed to a second-place finish in the 200-yard freestyle relay with teammates Evan Bushko, Derek Stadheim, and Jack Gunderson. Stadheim also excelled individually, winning the 200-yard freestyle in 1:39.83. Henry Botten claimed the top spot in the 400-yard individual medley, clocking a 4:06.64. Jack Gunderson earned second place in the 100-yard breaststroke, touching the wall at 54.96.

For the women, Molly Hosack showcased her competitive edge in the 200-yard freestyle with a time of 1:53.59. Amber Winter claimed first place in the 100-yard breaststroke, clocking in at 1:05.37. Emma Vogen delivered a strong performance, finishing second in the 400-yard individual medley with a time of 4:33.97. In the women's 100-yard backstroke, Erika Schroeder captured second place, completing the event in 57.82.

UW-Eau Claire Men's Team Summary  
- The Blugolds achieved several top finishes, including a win in the Men 100 Yard Butterfly by Emmett Botten.  
- Henry Botten secured first place in the Men 400 Yard IM with a time of 4:06.64.  
- The team saw strong performances in the Men 200 Yard Freestyle, with Derek Stadheim capturing first and Drew Testin following in second at 1:41.23.  
- In the Men 1 mtr Diving, Tait Johnson placed third, scoring 418.90.  
- The Men 200 Yard Freestyle Relay team, comprising Emmett Botten, Evan Bushko, Derek Stadheim, and Jack Gunderson, earned second place.

UW-Eau Claire Women's Team Summary  
- The Blugolds were highlighted by Smith's first-place finish in the Women 100-yard Butterfly.  
- Hosack claimed victory in the Women 200-yard Freestyle.  
- Winter secured first place in the Women 100-yard Breaststroke.  
- Erika Schroeder finished second in the Women 100-yard Backstroke, clocking in at 57.82.  
- The Women 200-yard Freestyle Relay team, consisting of Grace Schnabl, Schroeder, Madeleine Hammond, and Smith, took second place with a time of 1:35.43.

WIAC Championships continue through Saturday, February 21st. 

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