Lewis & Clark Alumni and Students Connect in Swim Meet
Seventeen alumni joined current student swimmers for an unscored competition at the Zehntbauer Swimming Pavilion.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Swimming
Live Poll
Do you believe annual reunions are an effective way to connect current students with alumni?
Current student swimmers and 17 alumni took to the water at Lewis & Clark College for the annual Orange vs Black and Alumni swim meet. The unscored event focused on camaraderie between generations of athletes rather than high-stakes competition.
Why it matters
The meet serves to build lasting connections between the current team and former students during homecoming weekend. By prioritizing interaction over intense rivalry, the college creates a space for alumni to maintain their ties to the campus swimming program.
Seventeen alumni returned to the Zehntbauer Swimming Pavilion to compete alongside student swimmers, participating in events ranging from short sprints to 200-yard distances.
The players
Lewis & Clark College
The institution located in Portland that hosted the annual swim meet.
Zehntbauer Swimming Pavilion
The campus facility where the swim meet was held.
The details
Coaches assigned all swimmers to either an orange or black team for the unscored competition. Athletes had the freedom to choose their own events, while participating alumni were granted the unique permission to use flippers during their races.
Timeline
October 17, 2026: Annual Orange vs Black and Alumni swim meet occurred.
Beyond the Bridges
The meet continues the tradition of athletic engagement established by the Lewis & Clark homecoming weekend. This event maintains a long-standing practice of prioritizing alumni connection over competitive intensity.
Alumni of the college swimming program can watch for communications regarding future homecoming events to participate in subsequent meets. Current students and fans can follow the team as they move into their upcoming competitive season.
The takeaway
The meet highlights how colleges maintain community bonds through non-competitive traditions. Alumni looking to stay involved should keep an eye on institutional event calendars for future opportunities to engage with current student-athletes.
Further reading
For more news from local pools and aquatic programs, visit Swimming.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Mossy Log.
Live Poll
Do you believe annual reunions are an effective way to connect current students with alumni?
