Swimming & Diving (Boys V)

Pioneers Blend Celebration and Performance on Senior Night Against Cardinal Ritter

By Jon Theriac | Jan 30, 2026 12:20 AM

Senior Night at Mooresville was designed to be more celebration than pressure, but the Pioneers still delivered a complete performance, defeating Cardinal Ritter 118–36 in a dual meet that showcased depth, versatility, and the strong culture built within the program. With seniors honored throughout the evening, lineups were intentionally flexible—featuring off-events, experimental relays, and a lighthearted approach—yet Mooresville’s talent and preparation were evident from the opening race to the final relay. The meet opened with the 200-yard Medley Relay, where senior leadership set the tone. The top relay of Diesel Molin (Back), Jacob Gainey (Breast), Daniel Enkhorn (Fly), and Grant Fox (Free) touched first in 1:43.47, combining experience and control. A second Pioneer relay followed in 1:59.31, highlighting underclassmen stepping confidently into key roles. Freshman Chuck Dixon continued to impress, winning the 200-yard Freestyle in 2:18.16, while sophomore Brady Aker claimed the 200-yard Individual Medley in 2:16.90, reinforcing his reputation as one of the team’s most versatile athletes. Sprint speed belonged to senior captain Daniel Enkhorn, who took first in the 50-yard Freestyle (24.36), followed closely by fellow senior Ethan Wondolkowski (25.64). One of the most entertaining moments of the night came during the 1-meter diving event, a Senior Night feature with limited practice time. The seniors embraced the challenge with enthusiasm: Ethan Wondolkowski placed second with 104.90 Diesel Molin followed in third (97.40) Daniel Enkhorn finished fourth (79.65) Jacob Gainey competed in exhibition The event drew cheers from teammates and fans alike, perfectly capturing the spirit of the evening. Sophomore John Patterson earned a win in the 100-yard Butterfly (1:04.73), while sophomore Abram Haack added a second-place finish. In the 100-yard Freestyle, junior Grant Fox led the field with a strong 53.22, followed by freshman Chuck Cook and Issac Enkhorn, who both gained valuable varsity experience. Distance swimming was another highlight, as Brady Aker dominated the 500-yard Freestyle in 5:37.79, dropping five seconds from his previous best. Freshmen John Patterson and Chuck Dixon rounded out the top three, underscoring Mooresville’s promising young core. The 200-yard Freestyle Relay featured a creative twist, with each swimmer racing butterfly. The senior-heavy relay of Grant Fox, Diesel Molin, Ethan Wondolkowski, and Jacob Gainey won in 1:50.66, while a younger Pioneer squad finished second in 1:52.84. Freshman Chuck Cook closed out individual events with a win in the 100-yard Backstroke (1:15.97), and sophomore Abram Haack capped the stroke events by taking the 100-yard Breaststroke (1:05.75). The meet concluded fittingly with the 400-yard Freestyle Relay, where the all-senior team of Jacob Gainey, Ethan Wondolkowski, Daniel Enkhorn, and Diesel Molin touched first in 5:14.56, providing a memorable send-off for Mooresville’s graduating leaders. While the final score reflected dominance, the true success of the night was its balance—honoring seniors, giving underclassmen meaningful opportunities, and reinforcing the team-first culture that defines Mooresville swimming. Senior Night delivered exactly what it was meant to: celebration, growth, and one last home meet filled with pride, laughter, and fast swimming.

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