IOWA CITY, Iowa -- University of Iowa diving coach Todd Waikel and former Hawkeye standout Deidre Freeman have each gathered a spot on the United States diving team for this year's Pan American Games, the U.S. Olympic Committee announced on Monday.
The Pan American Games are the world's third-largest multi-sport competition; they are only surpassed by the Olympic Games and the Asian Games. This year's competition is set to take place in Toronto.
Waikel will serve as a team leader and diving coach for U.S. roster, which is comprised of eight of the country's top divers.