The Sun Prairie West girls swim team achieved significant victories in the early stages of the 2026 season, particularly excelling against Janesville schools. The team secured their first Big Eight conference win on August 28, defeating Janesville Craig with a commanding score of 138-28 at home. Following this, on September 4, Sun Prairie West delivered another solid performance, winning 133-36 against Janesville Parker.
Strong Performances Highlight Meet Against Janesville Parker
During the competition against Janesville Parker, Sun Prairie West’s team displayed exceptional talent by winning every varsity event, including all three relay races. The meet commenced with the 200 medley relay, where senior Mackenzie Hastings anchored a team comprising juniors Hattie Ries, Maddie Meyer, and Michaela Loess, finishing with a time of 1:59.37.
In the 200 freestyle relay, seniors Mahati Sathish and Addy Harms collaborated with junior Lily Ries and sophomore Valerie Bautista, clinching first place with a time of 1:50.53. To wrap up the meet, Hastings, Loess, and both Hattie and Lily Ries participated in the 400 freestyle relay, achieving victory with a time of 4:00.14.
In individual events, Hastings and Lily Ries continued their strong performances, each claiming two first-place finishes. Hastings triumphed in the 500 freestyle, clocking in at 5:40.05, and also won the 50 freestyle in 26.36 seconds. Lily Ries won both the 200 freestyle with a time of 2:07.59 and the 100 freestyle with a mark of 57.85 seconds.
Hattie Ries added to the team’s success by winning the 100 backstroke with a time of 1:04.53, while Loess came in first for the 100 butterfly at 1:06.26. In addition, senior Brie Gearing secured victory in the 200 individual medley with a time of 2:37.74, and freshman Ella Voss excelled in the 100 breaststroke, finishing first with a time of 1:20.84.
Looking ahead, Sun Prairie West will return to its home pool on September 10 to host Madison West. Following this home meet, the team is scheduled to compete in an invitational at Brookfield East High School on September 12.
Why It Matters
These victories not only highlight the Sun Prairie West girls swim team’s dominance early in the season but also establish a strong foundation for their performance in the Big Eight conference. Their successive wins against local rivals demonstrate their competitive strength and preparedness for upcoming meets.
