Borland’s PB in the 1650 would have earned bronze at the 2026 SSCC Championships, while her bests in the 1000 and 500 would have placed fourth and fifth. Current photo via Katelyn Borland
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Junior Nationals qualifier Katelyn Borland has announced her verbal commitment to swim and study at the University of Tampa beginning in the fall of 2027. She publicized the news on SwimCloud, writing:
I am so excited to announce my commitment to continue my athletic and academic career at The University of Tampa! Thank you to all my coaches, teammates, and family who have pushed me to get here. Also, a big thank you to the Tampa coaching staff for giving me this amazing opportunity. I can’t wait!!
A senior at Roswell High School in Roswell, Georgia, Borland has been a member of her school’s varsity swimming team since her freshman year. She also trains year-round with Chattahoochee Gold Swim Club, where she primarily specializes in distance freestyle…