Chen Named ACC Swimmer of the Week
10/17/2023 1:05:00 PM | Swimming & Diving
PITTSBURGH – University of Pittsburgh fifth-year Jerry Chen has been named the ACC Men's Swimmer of the Week for his dominant performance against Stanford and California, as announced by the conference office Tuesday afternoon. This is the first weekly conference honor in Chen's career.
Chen posted four event wins for the Panthers, including securing both of Pitt's first place finishes against the Cardinal. The Warrendale, Pa., native won the 100 Breast with a time of 54.08 and followed by winning the 200 Breast with a time of 1:58.53.
Chen continued his dominance against defending national champion California, picking up his third and fourth event wins in less than 24 hours. Chen improved both of his times and claimed first in the 100 Breast (54.03) and the 200 Breast (1:57.83) against the Golden Bears. Chen's 100 Breast time is ranked No. 13 in the nation and his 200 Breast time is currently No. 9.
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