SwimStrong Dryland National Championship 2026
We are thrilled to announce that the M.H.M.O.A.T. (Most Hype Meet Of All Time), the SwimStrong Dryland National Championship, will be returning in 2026!
The meet will return to Fishers, Indiana on March 19-22nd! We will announce qualifying times sometime soon, so keep your eye out on the SwimStrong social media platforms!
SSDL Championship Meet Information
The SSDL National Championship is changing the game — blending elite competition with lights, music, and an electric crowd to create the most exciting swim meet in the country. It’s fast, loud, and unapologetically fun.
In 2025, the four-day format gave every athlete a shot to race under the lights. Thursday kicked off with evening prelims, followed by Friday night finals, and a weekend packed with day prelims and epic night finals. All events were swum in SCY, with athletes competing in the 12 & Under, 13–14, and 15–21 age groups.
And the finals? Nothing short of legendary. Think lights, smoke machines, hype music, and a crowd that brought the noise. The top 4 swimmers in the 13–14 and 15–21 groups faced off in a winner-takes-all Super Final to crown the SSDL National Champion — while other finalists raced for spots in stacked, 10-athlete A, B, and C finals. Even 12 & Unders had a chance to shine in their own top-10 Super Final.
But it doesn’t stop at racing. The SSDL Championship brings a level of energy and entertainment club swimming has never seen. Want to see why it’s called the Most Hype Meet of All Time? Keep scrolling.
How to Qualify for the SSDL National Championship
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Contact UsThe 2025 SSDL National Championship Meet saw qualifying times equal to the USA Swimming Motivational A standards.
The qualifying times for the 2026 Championship will be announced soon!
SwimStrong Dryland teams & athletes get priority selection over space for the championship meet, so if you would like to be a part of the M.H.M.O.A.T., and are not a part of SwimStrong Dryland, you can begin by clicking the button to the left to contact us!
MOST HYPE MEET OF ALL TIME
The 2025 SSDL Championship was packed with way more than just fast swimming — it was a full-blown experience.
The official Indianapolis Colts DJ kept the energy sky-high all weekend, backed by a professional lighting and entertainment crew, plus a full media team capturing every electric moment – even post-race interviews, which you can check out in the middle, below! Thanks to Arena, randomly selected Hot Heats gave swimmers the chance to score exclusive gear with a win.
And then… Kyle Sockwell showed up.
The legend himself dove in and delivered his fastest 50 freestyle ever — cracking 22 for the first time with a blazing 21.91. The crowd erupted. But he wasn’t done. On Sunday, Kyle returned to the blocks for a showdown in the 100 fly — going another personal best against a stacked field of SSDL athletes. It was a moment no one in the building will forget.
On Sunday night, many of the coaches on deck dusted off the ole cap and goggles for a Coach Relay!
Athletes & famillies attending the meet had access to some of Indy’s best local vendors, plus exclusive discounts at top-tier, athlete-friendly restaurants to keep everyone fueled and ready. And the crowd? Even parents got in on the action with t-shirt tosses flying through the stands all weekend long.
SSDL Championship Awards
Just when you thought the energy at the SSDL Championship couldn’t go any higher — we added awards for what happens after the race.
That’s right — we crowned the best male and female Celly of the Meet for the most legendary post-race celebrations. But that’s not all. We also handed out titles for Hype King, Hype Queen, and Most Hype Team, honoring the athletes and squads who brought the absolute fire all weekend long.
And of course, we tracked individual scores for our High Point Award winners in each age group — because fast swimming still gets the spotlight too!
Check out some of the standout moments and award winners from the 2025 Championships on the right!
2025 Championships Recap
Check out a day-by-day breakdown of our 2025 SSDL National Championship Meet using the links below!
SSDL National Championships – Day 1 Recap – 11-12s
SSDL National Championships – Day 1 Recap – 13-14s
SSDL National Championships – Day 1 Recap – 15-21s
SSDL National Championships – Day 2 Recap – 11-12s
SSDL National Championships – Day 2 Recap – 13-14s
SSDL National Championships – Day 2 Recap – 15-21s
SSDL National Championships – Day 3 Recap – 11-12s
SSDL National Championships – Day 3 Recap – 13-14s
SSDL National Championships – Day 3 Recap – 15-21s
You can also watch one of the CRAZIEST relays we’ve ever seen! The final event of the week included a National Age Group Record attempt from Fishers Area Swimming Tigers and Bellevue Swim Club! Both teams ended up SMASHING the previous record!