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Records Keep Falling at Kinney Natatorium – A Premier Competitive Swimming Venue

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Breaking Records at Kinney Natatorium – A Legacy of Speed & Excellence

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A Pool Built for Champions

At Kinney Natatorium, Bucknell University’s premier aquatic facility, records aren’t just broken—they’re shattered. Designed by Wallover Architects, this state-of-the-art 50-meter, 8-lane competitive pool continues to host some of the fastest swims in high school and collegiate history.

The recent PIAA State Swimming Championships showcased exceptional talent, with swimmers posting record-breaking performances, including a national record in the 200-yard IM.


National & State Records Set at Kinney Natatorium

🏅 David Nolan (Hershey High School) – National Record in the 200-yard Individual Medley (1:43.43)

🏅 Emily Cameron (Warwick High School) – Gold Medalist in the 200 IM & 100 Breaststroke

🏆 Additional State & National High School Records:

PIAA State Records (AA):

  • 🏊 Boys 200 Medley Relay – 1:30.27 (Hershey HS)
  • 🏊 Boys 200 IM – 1:43.43 (David Nolan, Hershey HS) #National Record
  • 🏊 Boys 50 Free – 21.50 (Joe Huyett, Fleetwood)
  • 🏊 Boys 100 Free – 43.27 (David Nolan, Hershey HS) #National Record
  • 🏊 Boys 200 Free Relay – 1:30.95 (Strath Haven HS)
  • 🏊 Boys 100 Breast – 56.43 (Zach Stephens, Bloomsburg HS)
  • 🏊 Boys 400 Free Relay – 3:03.98 (Hershey HS)
  • 🏊 Girls 500 Free – 4:43.93 (Lindsay Vrooman, Ambridge Area HS)
  • 🏊 Girls 400 Free Relay – 3:32.04 (Wyomissing HS)

PIAA State Records (AAA):

  • 🏊 Boys 200 Medley Relay – 1:32.07 (Emmaus HS)
  • 🤽 Boys 1 Meter Diving – 543.85 (Connor Kuremsky, North Allegheny HS) #National Record
  • 🏊 Boys 100 Back – 48.67 (Shane Ryan, Haverford) #National Record
  • 🏊 Boys 400 Free Relay – 3:03.53 (Wilson HS)
  • 🏊 Girls 200 Free – 1:47.49 (Danielle Silverling, Downingtown East HS)
  • 🏊 Girls 200 IM – 1:59.00 (Emily Cameron, Warwick)

Kinney Natatorium: Designed for Speed & Performance

Kinney Natatorium was specifically designed to support elite competition, incorporating features that maximize swimmer performance:

✔ Fast Water Design – Optimized depth and wave-quelling gutter profiles for minimal turbulence.
✔ Flexible Bulkheads – Allowing multiple event configurations for training, competition, and multi-sport use.
✔ State-of-the-Art Filtration & Water Clarity – Ensuring crystal-clear conditions for top-tier racing.
✔ Comprehensive Spectator & Athlete Facilities – Designed for maximum engagement and efficiency.

Since its opening, this world-class venue has hosted numerous high school and collegiate championship events, further solidifying its reputation as one of the fastest pools in the country.


Celebrating the Next Generation of Champions

At Wallover Architects, we take immense pride in designing exceptional competitive swimming facilities that enable athletes to perform at their best. We congratulate all PIAA Swimming Championship competitors and look forward to seeing even more records fall in the years ahead.

Looking to develop a state-of-the-art natatorium for your school, university, or competitive team? Wallover Architects specializes in designing elite-level aquatic facilities that provide fast water, functional design, and long-term sustainability.

📞 Call us at 717-295-7754
📧 Email us at ewallover@walloverarchitects.com

Let’s create a competitive swimming venue that produces champions!

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