Villanova Wildcats Swimming and Diving is

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's varsity swimming and diving team. The

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compete in the

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. Currently, the Wildcats are coached by Rick Simpson, assisted by Laura McGlaughlin, Todd Michael is the team's diving coach.

Conference achievements

Notable alumni

* 2000 Olympian for the United States,

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* 2008 Olympian for Puerto Rico,

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* 2020 Olympian for the United States,

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References

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