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University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

#RollGolds

2024-25 Men's Swimming and Diving

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Zach Jacobson, UWEC Photography

Zhander Rowley

  • Year Junior
  • Hometown Janesville, Wis.
  • High School Parker

Biography

Awards & Honors

  • 2023-24
    • Two-time WIAC champion (100-yard breaststroke, 200-yard breaststroke)
2023-24
Won the first two WIAC championships of his career, capturing the crown in both the 100- and 200-yard breaststroke...Helped the Blugold men win their first WIAC team championship since 1999.


High School
Attended Janesville Parker...Swimming: Two-time qualifier for the WIAA Division 1 state championships...Named Janesville Parker's MVP in 2022...Named team's co-MVP in 2020 and 2021...Served as team captain in 2022.

Personal
Why did you choose UW-Eau Claire?
The team atmosphere is unmatched, and the campus and city area is great.

Why do you choose Division III?
The Division I play for wasn't a concern for me. I Just wanted to do the sport I love with people that love it as much as I do, and it just so happened that the perfect place was at Eau Claire.

Who is your role model/mentor? Why are they important to you?
My mom is my greatest mentor as she's been there for me since the start of my athletic journey and continues to guide me today.

What is your pregame meal?
LOTS of pasta.

What is your favorite movie/show/TV series?
Movie: "Forrest Gump." Show: "Seven Deadly Sins"

Where is your favorite place to study on campus?
Either the library or my apartment with my roommates

Historical Player Information

  • 2022-23Freshman

  • 2023-24Sophomore

    Sprint/Breaststroke
  • 2024-25Junior

    Sprint/Breaststroke