Utica University Athletics

UTICA, NY (11/14/11)- Sophomore Josh Mannarino of the Utica College swim team was named the College’s Male Athlete of the Week for the week ending November 13.

The Schenectady native placed first in the 1000-yard freestyle with a time of 11:43.35, a full 70 seconds ahead of the second-place finisher in the Pioneers win over Wells, Saturday.  Mannarino also placed first in the 200-yard breaststroke (2:31.19) and the 500-yard freestyle (5:42.17). 

Mannarino has won every 500-yard freestyle event this season.  He has also helped the 200-yard freestyle relay team to two first place finishes. 

The Pioneers, 1-2 on the season, return to action Saturday as they host Skidmore College in non-conference action.  Start time is 1 p.m.


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