**EDITOR’S NOTE: This story is being published retroactively after it was submitted due to a backup within the sports desk. This story was submitted ahead of the season-opening meet on Oct. 19.**
Kentucky swim and dive underwent a transitional period during its 2023-24 season, where it found new management under head coach Bret Lundgaard.
Hope shone through for the Wildcats, however, seeing four athletes compete at the NCAA Championships and 12 compete in the Olympic Trials ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
With this being said, there are still many athletes that are sure to bring excitement for the Wildcats this upcoming season, too.