2025 Girls Top Twenty – The history of girls’ swimming in Indiana is a testament to the growth and evolution of high school athletics for young women. Officially beginning under the Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) in 1975, girls’ swimming competitions had already been taking place since 1968 under the sanctioning of the Division for Girls’ & Women’s Sports and the State Girls Athletic Association (G.A.A.). These early meets laid the groundwork for structured statewide competition, paving the way for the inaugural IHSAA Girls’ State Swim Meet at Warren Central High School in Indianapolis. Over the years, the sport expanded rapidly, with increased participation, rule changes, and evolving formats to meet the growing interest.
2025 Boys Top Twenty
– Boys swimming in Indiana began in 1931 with the first official IHSAA Boys Swimming and Diving State Championship held at Columbus High School. Prior to this, the state finals were invitational events from 1928 to 1930. Over the decades, the championship grew in both size and significance, with major venues like Purdue University, Ball State University, and eventually the Indiana University Natatorium at IUPUI hosting the event. As the sport evolved, new events were introduced, and participation expanded. By the 1990s, schools like Carmel High School emerged as dominant forces, setting numerous state and national records. Today, the state championships remain a prestigious event, showcasing the talent and competitive spirit of Indiana’s high school swimmers.