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Swimming & Diving’s Cullen Named Big 12 Newcomer of the Week
10/16/2024 1:00:00 PM | Swimming & Diving
Freshman posted the seventh fastest time in program history in 100-yard backstroke at Rice Fall Splash
HOUSTON – University of Houston Swimming & Diving freshman Lottie Cullen was named the Big 12 Conference Newcomer of the Week, the league announced on Wednesday.
Cullen took the top spot in three events as well as a pair of second place finishes at the Rice Fall Splash. She touched the wall in 54.50 in the 100-yard backstroke, making the seventh fastest time in Houston's history. The Belfast, Northern Ireland, native also helped take first place in the 400-yard medley relay (3:43.59) and the 200-yard medley relay (1:43.34).
Adding to her impressive weekend, Cullen also finished second in the 200-yard freestyle relay (1:35.71) and the 200-yard backstroke (1:59.92).
UP NEXT
Houston returns to action on Thursday, Oct. 24, for a dual meet against Texas A&M in College Station, Texas.
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Cullen took the top spot in three events as well as a pair of second place finishes at the Rice Fall Splash. She touched the wall in 54.50 in the 100-yard backstroke, making the seventh fastest time in Houston's history. The Belfast, Northern Ireland, native also helped take first place in the 400-yard medley relay (3:43.59) and the 200-yard medley relay (1:43.34).
Adding to her impressive weekend, Cullen also finished second in the 200-yard freestyle relay (1:35.71) and the 200-yard backstroke (1:59.92).
UP NEXT
Houston returns to action on Thursday, Oct. 24, for a dual meet against Texas A&M in College Station, Texas.
JOIN the FREESTYLE FUND
Fans are invited to join the Freestyle Fund to support Houston Swimming & Diving. Freestyle Fund members provide financial support directly to Houston Swimming & Diving for needs beyond the program's operating budget. For more information, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarSwim on X, formerly known as Twitter, and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarSwim or on the team's Instagram page at @uhcougarswim.
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