Pioneer Men’s Swimming and Diving Welcome 12 to the 2026 Class
The Alfred State Men Swimming and Diving look to repeat their 2022 AMCC/E8 Championship with a historic class of incoming athletes.
Coach Smiechowski on the class: "This is a class that will help our program take the next step into national relevance and continue to dominate the AMCC conference. We now have a great mix of youth and experience that should prove beneficial for next year. Go Pioneers!"
Incoming Class of 2026:
Avenn Toledo- San Diego, CA Major- Computer Information Systems
200 free- 1:44.06
500 free- 4:34.41
1650 free- 16:13.01
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because of the team environment, competitiveness, and because it catered to my future academic prospects."
Conor Compton (Diving)- Rexford, NY Major- Heavy Equipment Operations
#2 ranked diver in NY State
NYSPHSAA Final Score- 508.65
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because it had technical programs that i was looking for that was backed up by an NCAA team. The people on the team and around campus were also super nice and inviting which makes me very excited! I believe we are going to be doing some special things as a team these next few years."
Kameron Fadden- Cary, IL Major- Health Sciences
50 free- 21.73
100 free- 47.88
200 free- 1:50.63
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because it will be what I need to pursue my educational goals. In addition, the team atmosphere will be very fun and competitive with a great group of guys. I look forward to seeing what this team can accomplish this season and how we will continue to build and grow as a family."
Ricardo Villarreal- Rockwall, TX Major- Architecture
100 fly- 53.02
200 fly- 1:54.99
500 free- 4:50.44
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State to continue my swimming career and earn a degree in their Architecture program. The student to teacher ratio and the high percentage of graduates who secure jobs in their chosen fields after graduating was a huge part of my decision making. Adding to that, Coach Mike's ambition to start a legacy and improve together as a team, as well as giving us the tools to make us better and faster is inspiring and the key factor to my commitment to Alfred state."
Callum O'Neil- Pittsford, NY Major- Business
(Transfer from Monroe Community College)
100 fly- 52.05
200 free- 1:44.42
500 free- 4:43.60
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because of the amazing team atmosphere and the opportunities that the school presented to me."
Cameron Goodspeed- Niskayuna, NY Major- Business
(Transfer from Monroe Community College)
100 Breast- 1:00.06
200 Breast- 2:14.48
200 I.M- 2:01.75
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because the team and the program hit home with me. When I visited, I felt welcomed by everyone I met and I loved what I experienced. I'm excited to have a competitive team to train and push myself with and grow academically."
Jack Tonkin- Oswego, NY (Diving) Major- Welding
NY High School State qualifier
38th Place finish- 149.80 score
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because it had the welding degree I was looking for along with a diving team I couldn't turn down. I am really looking forward to my two years here at Alfred State! Go Pioneers!!"
Dominic Mintz- Lancaster, NY Major- Cyber Security
100 fly- 55.28
200 fly- 2:02.54
500 free- 4:58.21
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because it had exactly what I was looking for academically and it had an amazing swim team on top of it. I can't wait for what the future holds."
Aidan Ferguson- Geneseo, NY Major- Sport Management
(Transfer from Monroe Community College)
50 free- 22.28
100 free- 49.59
Why Alfred State: "I picked Alfred State because I want to be apart of history, the work the swim team has done the past few years speaks volumes for what the future holds."
Rafael Kowal- Plattsburgh, NY Major- Mechanical Engineering
200 back- 2:00.38
100 back- 56.12
200 free- 1:49.96
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred state because of the extensive program in Mechanical Engineering and the emerging team. I am extremely excited for this coming season and semester!"
Bryan Reichert- Camillus, NY (Diving) Major- Electrical Tech
NY State HS Qualifier
39th place finish- 137.75
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because it the perfect major electrical tech and I would be able to Dive. I'm looking forward to the season and the new people I'll meet."
Alexander Mayen- Avon, NY Major- Forensic Science
200 free- 1:56.72
100 fly- 1:00.45
Why Alfred State: "I chose Alfred State because of what I heard about the team atmosphere, and it had the course I wanted to major in. I am very excited for this upcoming season and the ones to follow."
