“Being in this arena, and being surrounded by these fans, honestly has been so healing,” after the game at Lucas Oil Stadium, Simone Manuel stated in a chat. “To know that these people are just excited to see me swim again, swim at this level again, is something that’s really special.” That’s right! Everyone is super excited as the 2024 Paris Olympics will begin in just an 8-day countdown. Three nations and five former Cardinal swimmers and divers are among the competitors going on behalf of their countries. Current Stanford junior Torri Huske and head coach Greg Meehan will be joining them. World-class swimmers have come from Stanford, and this group of talent carries on that tradition.

Since 1976, Stanford women have qualified at least one competitor at each Olympic Games in swimming and diving. Notable names are creating waves this year, much as last. Stanford’s history in swimming lives on, from seasoned Olympians like Simone Manuel and Katie Ledecky to up-and-coming talent Torri Huske. The thrill from supporters and fellow athletes is clear as they get ready to compete in Paris.

Former Stanford Cardinal swimmers Katie Ledecky, Simone Manuel, and others set to excel at the Paris Olympics 2024

Former Stanford swimmers Katie Ledecky and Simone Manuel are primed to excel in Paris. 7x Olympic gold medallist Ledecky dominated the Indianapolis U.S. Olympic Trials. Katie Ledecky claimed her ticket to Paris when she topped in all four events which include 200, 400, 800, and 1500-meter freestyles. Her skill in the water keeps making her stand out.

Also, 5x Olympic medallist Simone Manuel qualified for Paris as well. She placed fourth in the trials event finals to earn a spot in the 100-meter freestyle relay. Manuel’s victory in the finals ensured her place in the 50-meter freestyle. Her target is to take back the top position on the podium she held in 2016 after winning the 100-meter freestyle and the Rio 4×100-meter medley.

Representing Israel, Andi Murez earned a spot in her third Olympics. After competing in the mixed 4×100-meter medley relay finals in Tokyo, Murez is aiming for her first Olympic medal. Canadian Olympian Taylor Ruck, a 4x medallist, earned a spot in her third Olympics. Ruck plans to participate in the 4x100m freestyle relay in an attempt to improve her silver medals to gold.

Stanford Cardinal has high hopes for Torri Huske who is currently training there

For Stanford junior Torri Huske, this will be her second Olympics trip. Torri Huske earned the slot for Paris when she came second in the 100-meter butterfly at the U.S. Olympic Trials. With this, she also qualified for the 100-meter freestyle as well, clocking an official time of 52.93 reaching second in the competition. Huske’s remarkable accomplishments across several competition categories display her toughness.

Moreover, this is not the first time Huske participated in the Olympics. Previously, she came second in the 4×100-meter medley relay in Tokyo. Interestingly, 4x medals from the FINA World Championships, including 2x golds in Budapest, round up her career achievements. Huske has an excellent mark and is an asset to the American squad.  Head coach Greg Meehan of Stanford, who was selected for his third consecutive Olympic cycle, will train the swimmers in Paris. Stanford swimmers’ progress on the international scene is largely due to Meehan’s leadership.

The effort of Stanford’s swimmers shows the university’s tradition of greatness. At the U.S. Olympic Trials, thirteen swimmers from Stanford achieved seventeen new lifetime records. This accomplishment highlights the program’s depth of talent. Excitement is building for these incredible athletes’ exploits as the Paris Olympics draw near. Together with their former Stanford teammates, Katie Ledecky and Simone Manuel will definitely leave their imprint. Torri Huske’s ascent never ceases to amaze, highlighting the power of Stanford’s swimming program.

Thus, the largest indoor event facility in Europe, the Paris La Defense Arena, will host the 2024 Summer Olympics from July 27 to August 4. This Stanford Cardinal team is going for Olympic gold dreams, and the entire world will be paying attention.