STATESBORO, Ga. – Georgia Southern Swimming and Dive will be represented by four individuals at the 2021 CSCAA National Collegiate Open Water Swimming Championships, at Lone Star Lake. 
 
"I am excited that Banks, Clavo, Drawdy and Sutton are taking on this open water challenge. They are eager for the opportunity to compete for Georgia Southern at this national level meet." Head coach Amanda Caldwell said. 
 
Emma Sutton, Zuri Clavo, Madie Banks and Grace Drawdy all qualified for the championships and will be heading to Lawrence, Kansas for the September 17^th race. The four Eagles represent Georgia Southern as 70 individuals will compete in the race. 
 
Individuals qualify for the Open Water Championships by meeting the time standard in one of the following races: 500, 1000, 1650 Frees. This will be Georgia Southern's first appearance at this national level meet. 
 
The women's race will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, September 17.