The Greenfield-Pius XI (GFP) girls' swim and dive team made a strong statement at the annual Fun Fest Invite on August 23, 2025, finishing 4th overall in a competitive field of 13 teams. The Hustlin' Hawks and Popes combined forces showcased grit, teamwork, and standout individual performances throughout the day.
Podium Performance in Diving
Senior Ava Wuerzberger set the tone early, capturing 3rd place in the 1-meter diving competition with a score of 214.40. Her consistency and poise against a talented field gave GFP an early momentum boost.
Relay Depth and Team Effort
Relays proved to be a strength for GFP, with several squads battling in the top heats:
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The 200 Medley Relay team clocked in at 2:14.96, good for 6th place and crucial points.
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In the 400 Freestyle Relay, GFP placed 6th with a strong 4:41.15 finish, anchoring an already balanced meet.
These performances highlighted the depth of the team and their ability to compete across multiple strokes and distances.
Individual Standouts
Several swimmers delivered standout swims that earned GFP valuable points:
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Piper Seehawer (Jr.) impressed in distance freestyle, placing 10th in the 200 Free (2:28.75) and 7th in the 400 Free (5:13.33).
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Jennifer Werth (Fr.) scored in both sprint and backstroke events, including an 11th-place finish in the 100 Back (1:14.78).
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Emersyn LePine (Fr.) had a breakout swim, winning the 100 Breaststroke in 1:19.22 to secure GFP's lone event victory on the day.
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Senior Grace Pagel added key points in the butterfly and backstroke, while teammates Brooklyn Sandner, Jessie Dolan, and Tegan Tervoort chipped in valuable swims in sprint freestyle races.
Team Effort Rewarded
At the end of the meet, GFP's 149.5 team points secured 4th place behind powerhouses Muskego, Edgewood, and Waukesha West. The result underscores the program's growth and its ability to compete with some of the state's top swim and dive schools.
Looking Ahead
With a mix of veteran leadership and emerging young talent, the Greenfield-Pius swim and dive team continues to build momentum for the rest of the 2025 season. Coach and athletes alike will be looking to carry this strong invitational performance into conference matchups and postseason competition.
