Oct. 29, 2002

Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina women’s swimming and diving team is ranked 25th in the nation in the first CSCAA (College Swimming Coaches Association of America) poll of the season. The Gamecocks are 1-1 on the year and will be home this Friday at 5 p.m. at the Carolina Natatorium vs. Kentucky.

Among the highlights in the young season include, all four divers (Allison Brennan, Holly Hodges, Lauren King and Tracey Richardson) qualifying for NCAA Zones competition. Sophomore Heather Skaggs has also reached the NCAA “B” Qualifying Standard in the 100 freestyle as did freshman Stephanie Margalis in the 200 freestyle.