The Austin College men's and women's swimming and diving teams split their first home meet of the season on Friday night against McMurry, with the women winning 99-72 while the men fell 141-70. 

Several swimmers on both sides had strong performances at the meet, including first place finishes on the women's side by Dory Johnson in the 100 butterfly, Anne Booker in the 50 freestyle, Lauren Wheeler in both the 200 individual medley and 100 backstroke, as well as Katie Hasson in the 1-meter and 3-meter diving events. The 'Roos also earned first place finishes in the 200 medley relay and 200 free relay. 

On the men's side, Erik Gentzel took first in the 100 backstroke, finishing in his all-time personal best, and Zack Bengston took first in the 1-meter and 3-meter diving events. Also performing well were Mark Perez, who took second in the 100 freestyle, as well as Truman Word, who took second in the 1000 freestyle. The 'Roos also placed second in the 200 free relay. 

Austin College athletic teams participate as a member of the NCAA Division III and the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. 

About Austin College 

Austin College is a leading national independent liberal arts college located north of Dallas in Sherman, Texas. Founded in 1849, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Texas operating under original charter and name, the college is related by covenant to the Presbyterian Church (USA). Recognized nationally for academic excellence in the areas of international education, pre-professional training, and leadership studies, Austin College is one of 40 schools profiled in Loren Pope's influential book Colleges that Change Lives.