Nevada Swimmers Defeated San Jose State
The Nevada swim team secured a 61-48 victory after winning nine of ten relay events.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Swimming
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The Nevada swim team moved to 2-0 on the season following a 61-48 relay-only victory against San Jose State on October 10. Nevada dominated the meet by winning nine out of ten events held at the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center.
Why it matters
The victory builds on Nevada's early-season momentum following a prior win against UC Davis. This undefeated start positions the team well ahead of upcoming local competition.
Nevada won nine out of ten relay events, including an 800-yard free relay that set a new pool record of 7:32.60. The team also established new pool records in the 50-yard and 100-yard freestyle events.
The players
Nevada
The University of Nevada, Reno athletics program maintains a competitive collegiate swimming team that participates in regional and national meets.
San Jose State
San Jose State University operates an intercollegiate athletic department that hosts competitive swimming events at its aquatic center.
The details
Nevada clinched the meet at the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center after San Jose State took the opening 400-yard medley relay. The Nevada 'A' team finished with a strong performance in the 800-yard free relay, helping push the final score to 61-48.
Timeline
October 9, 2026: Nevada defeated UC Davis to open the season.
October 10, 2026: Nevada defeated San Jose State 61-48.
October 29, 2026: Nevada hosts UNLV for Silver State Series.
Season Trajectory
This win provides Nevada with a 2-0 record as they prepare for the upcoming Silver State Series against UNLV. The strong relay performance sets a competitive tone for the team heading into this high-stakes in-state matchup.
Nevada's victory extends their undefeated season to 2-0 heading into the Silver State Series. The team's record-breaking performance in relay events establishes significant momentum for their upcoming home meet against UNLV.
The takeaway
Nevada's success in relay-only formats demonstrates deep roster versatility early in the competitive season. Fans can look for continued strength in relay depth when the team returns to the pool in Reno.
What happens next
Nevada will host UNLV for the Silver State Series on October 29, 2026, at the Lombardi Pool in Reno.
Further reading
For more updates on the team's performance, visit the Swimming section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by SwimSwam.
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