Southern Illinoise University Athletics
Thursday, November 12
Carbondale, IL
THU | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - FRI | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - SAT | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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A3 Performance Invite
Kyler Beights swims the 500 freestyle during the dual meet against Missouri.
11/11/2026 | 1:30:00 | Swimming & Diving, Swimming & Diving
CARBONDALE, Ill. – Southern Illinois swimming and diving is set to host the A3 Performance Invitational, Nov. 12-14, at Shea Natatorium. The three-day competition will feature the Salukis alongside Nebraska Omaha, Eastern Illinois, and Bellarmine University.
The invitational marks an important point in the Salukis' season, providing an opportunity to build on their performances and continue their progress heading into the second half of the season."We are very much looking forward to hosting the A3 Performance Invitational at SIU once again. The group of teams competing this year will provide a great test for us and allow us to see how this young team responds in a championship environment. We will learn a lot about ourselves this week and look forward to getting started Thursday morning. GO DAWGS!" said head coach Geoff Hanson.
TOP 10 ALL TIME PERFORMS
Southern Illinois has already recorded nine performances ranked among the program's all-time Top 10 this season, entering the midseason invitational with several swimmers making their mark in the record book.On the women's side, Hana Beiqi holds two Top 10 times, ranking ninth in the 50 freestyle (23.09) and third in the 100 freestyle (49.64). Livia Munkacsi also ranks ninth in the 200 backstroke (2:01.64), while Georgina Hamilton sits 10th in the 200 breaststroke (2:17.33).
The men's team has recorded five Top 10 performances. Ozgur Yonca ranks third in the 500 freestyle (4:22.04) and fourth in the 1,000 freestyle (9:08.09).
Tomas Peciar follows closely, ranking fourth in the 500 freestyle (4:22.48) and sixth in the 1,000 freestyle (9:14.65). Brent Dahl rounds out the list, ranking ninth in the 100 backstroke (48.93).
Details
- What: Swim and Dive | A3 Performance Invite
- Date: Nov. 12- 14
- Time: THU | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - FRI | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - SAT | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Location: Shea Natatorium, Carbondale, lll.
- Live Results : Meet Mobile
SEASON HONORS
Oliver Mebs received Diver of the Week honors on Oct. 21 after winning both the one-meter (302.70) and three-meter (316.65) diving events against St. Thomas. His one-meter score also secured his qualification for the NCAA Zone Diving Championships.
Ozgur Yonca earned MVC Swimmer of the Week recognition following his strong performances against Missouri, winning the 500 freestyle (4:22.04) and finishing first among the Salukis in the 1,000 freestyle (9:08.09). Both times rank among the top performances in the program's history.
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