At the 2023 USA Diving Zone E Championships held in Beaverton, OR from June 15-18, 2023, SDC divers showcased exceptional performances. Their outstanding achievements include SDC finishing 1st in the Men’s Team category, 2nd in the Women’s Team category, and 1st in the Overall Team standings. Additionally, they secured 19 qualifiers for the USA Diving National Championships, accomplished the only three perfect 10s dives throughout the entire competition, and attained 11 individual events medal winners.
Here are some notable highlights from the meet:
- Paulina Nguyen (14-15) earned 10 Gold Medals on the Platform.
- Nathaniel Lee (14-15) secured Gold Medals on 1m, 3m, and the Platform.
- Sophia Narbut (12-13) achieved Gold Medals on 1m, 3m, and the Platform.
- Tyler Wilson (12-13) emerged victorious with Gold Medals on 1m, 3m, and the Platform.
Additionally, SDC divers obtained 8 Silver Medals in the following categories:
- Claire Ching (11 & U)
- Paulina Nguyen (14-15) on 3m
- Jonathan Gullick (14-15) on 3m
- Gunnar Grubbs (16-18) on 1m, 3m, and the Platform
- Molly Gray (16-18) on 1m
- Jack Vaksman (14-15) on 1m
Furthermore, they secured 3 Bronze Medals in the following categories:
- Isla Maayeh (12-13) on the Platform
- Misha Andriyuk (16-18) on 1m and 3m
Overall, the SDC divers exhibited remarkable skill and dedication throughout the competition, earning numerous accolades and showcasing their exceptional talents.