There was a smidgen of nervousness in the Tempe air Saturday morning, but it was justified.
When the reigning women’s national champion Stanford came to the Mona Plummer Aquatic Center, the Sun Devils knew exactly what they were going up against: an Olympic medalist, United States National Team members, high school state champions; all composing a storied powerhouse.
Although, ASU swimmers can boast the same in Olympic gold medalist junior Cierra Runge, the Sun Devils are working to build a reputation; the Cardinal’s reputation is a culture of excellence.
Goals headed into Saturday’s meet were centered around improvement, head coach Bob Bowman said after Friday’s dual vs.