West Virginia University athletes Jocelyn Cashin and David McCabe concluded their Olympic competition with strong performances in their respective events. Cashin, a sophomore, competed in the women’s 800m freestyle swimming event and finished with a personal best time of 8:12.34, placing her in the top 20 swimmers in the world. McCabe, a senior, competed in the men’s 100m butterfly swimming event and finished with a time of 51.24, just narrowly missing out on a spot in the finals.
Cashin’s performance was particularly impressive, as she exceeded expectations by setting a new personal best time. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent her university on the Olympic stage and compete against the world’s top swimmers. McCabe also showed his determination and skill in his event, facing tough competition but giving it his all until the very end.
Both athletes received praise from their coaches and teammates for their hard work and dedication leading up to the Olympics. Their performances reflect the strong training and support they receive from the WVU Athletics program and their commitment to achieving their best on the international stage.
As they wrap up their Olympic competition, Cashin and McCabe will return to WVU with valuable experience and memories from their time in Tokyo. They will continue to represent their university in collegiate competitions and strive for further success in their swimming careers. The WVU Athletics program looks forward to supporting them in their future endeavors and celebrating their achievements on the world stage.
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