Tess Whineray made a significant impact at the Mountain West Conference Championships, securing a runner-up finish in the 100-yard backstroke and breaking her school’s record with a time of 51.78 seconds. This performance marks her second runner-up title at the championships and showcases her progress over the weekend, including a stellar start in the 400 medley relay. Whineray’s joy was palpable as she realized her goal times were achievable, and although she placed second to Scarlett Ferris, who set a conference record, her time ranks as the second fastest in conference history.
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- Whineray broke the school record in the 100-yard backstroke with a time of 51.78 seconds.
- She achieved a prelims time of 51.10 seconds, setting her up as the second seed for…