The Door County United girls swim team, consisting of swimmers from Sevastopol, Sturgeon Bay and Southern Door high schools, competed in the Marinette Pentathlon for its first conference matchup of the 2026 season. Each swimmer competed in the same five events, with scoring separated by grade level.

For the freshmen, Ashlyn Sixel (SDHS) finished sixth overall, while Brennan Rass (SEV) finished seventh. Sophomore Hazel Monfils (SDHS) had a spectacular meet, finishing first overall and taking first place in each individual event. Her fellow sophomore, Jillian Peterson (SDHS), finished ninth overall.

For the juniors, Quinn Sperber (SDHS) finished third, while Mia Olson (SBHS) finished 11th. Finally, representing the seniors, Shaeffer Rass (SEV) finished second, Rachel Rock (SEV) finished 12th and Hannah Denil (SBHS) finished 14th.

Each member of DCU made waves during the team's first meet of the season, showing great promise for further success as the season continues. Their next meet will be Tuesday, Aug. 25, at the Sturgeon Bay site of the Door County YMCA. The meet starts at 5 p.m. and will include competition from all conference teams.