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DFL Swimming Podcast

DFL Swimming Podcast

Written by: Casey Stowe and Desmon Sachtjen
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The DFL Swimming Podcast dives into the world of college swimming with analysis and insider perspective. Hosted by former University of Minnesota swimmers Casey Stowe and Dez Sachtjen, the show breaks down NCAA storylines, top-performing athletes, and the future of the sport. From dual meet battles to championship predictions, the DFL podcast brings objective conversation to fans of the sport.

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Episodes
  • Cavalier Dominance - 2026 Womens NCAA Championships Recap
    Apr 9 2026

    In this episode of the DFL Swimming Podcast, we break down the biggest storylines from the NCAA Women’s Championships, including Virginia’s continued dominance and Cal’s rise in the team standings. We revisit our preseason predictions, discuss key NCAA format changes, and highlight some of the top individual swims and surprise performances. We also hand out our DFL Awards, including Swimmer of the Year, Freshman of the Year, and Race of the Year, before wrapping up with a few early hot takes for next season.

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    50 mins
  • Mens NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships 2026 Preview
    Mar 25 2026

    In this episode of the DFL Swimming Podcast, we break down the upcoming Men’s NCAA Championships, including key storylines, event previews, and our predictions for how the team race will unfold. We discuss the impact of the new NCAA format, notable scratches and injuries, and the events we’re most excited to watch—like the 100 fly, 400 IM, and the wide-open 200 free. We also give our picks for event winners and share our projected top-10 team finishes, including the Texas vs. Florida battle and the Cal vs. ASU showdown. If you want a quick, swimmer-focused preview before NCAAs, this episode has you covered.

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    49 mins
  • Cavaliers on TOP?!?! - Women's NCAA Championship Preview
    Mar 18 2026

    In this episode of the DFL Swimming Podcast, we preview the Women’s NCAA Championships by breaking down the team race, key storylines, and must-watch events. We discuss whether Virginia can defend their title, the tight battle for the top-10 team spots, and the races that could decide the meet. We also share our event winner picks and final team predictions heading into championship week.

    If you're getting ready for NCAAs, this is your quick guide to the biggest matchups and storylines to watch. 🏊‍♀️

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    56 mins
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