Campbell Swimming Falls to UNC Pembroke in Season Opener
PEMBROKE, N.C. – The Campbell University Fighting Camels began their 2025-26 season with a road loss to the UNC Pembroke Braves, 171-84, at the Sue Walsh swimming Pool on September 28, 2025. The Braves secured victories in 12 of the 14 events contested.
Camels Showcase Strength in Relays and Individual Events
Despite the overall team result, campbell demonstrated competitive spirit with strong performances in several events. The Camels opened the meet with a 1-2 finish in the 200 medley relay, clocking times of 1:50.69 and 1:53.66.
Chloe Vitatoe highlighted the individual events, winning the 100 backstroke with a time of 1:00.76.
Other notable performances included:
* Kat Gagnon: Second place in the 100 freestyle (10:56.60). Note: This time appears to be an error and is unusually high for a 100 freestyle. Further details could not be found to verify the time.
* Natalie Kingsbury: Second place in the 200 backstroke (2:13.63).
* Sophia Grubbs: Second place in the 200 breaststroke (2:33.90).
* Julia Garcia: Second place in the 200 IM (2:14.84).
Campbell concluded the meet with another runner-up finish in the 200 freestyle relay, posting a time of 1:42.74.
Upcoming Home Schedule
The Camels will return to competition with a three-meet homestand at the Johnson Aquatic center. The schedule includes:
* Orange & Black Intersquad
* October 25th: vs. Liberty University
* Tri-meet: vs. UNC Asheville and East Carolina University.
Further details regarding dates and times for the remaining home meets will be announced on the Campbell University Athletics website.
Key Takeaways:
* Campbell Swimming began its 2025-26 season with a loss to UNC Pembroke.
* The Camels showed promise with strong relay performances and individual wins.
* Chloe Vitatoe secured a victory in the 100 backstroke.
* Campbell will host its next three meets at the Johnson Aquatic Center.