In an exhilarating showcase of talent, the 2025 Wisconsin YMCA State Championships lit up suburban Milwaukee, prominently featuring 17-year-old Alana Berlin from the Schroeder YMCA Swim Team. With two relay wins under her belt, Berlin captivated spectators with her remarkable swimming prowess. She clocked a new personal best of 23.71 seconds in the 50 backstroke, surpassing her previous best of 23.97 by a significant 0.26 seconds. This stellar performance positioned her among the elite, ranking her faster than all but ten leadoff splits at the recent NCAA Championships.
Notably, Berlin’s 50 backstroke split would have bolstered Stanford’s team performance during NCAAs. Currently a high school senior and committed to Stanford, her times could make a considerable impact when she joins the team next year, especially in the 200 medley relay. The Cardinal recently secured a second-place finish at NCAAs and will welcome Berlin’s exceptional talent as they aim to reclaim their title.
In conjunction with her impressive performance in backstroke, Berlin also shone in the 200 freestyle relay, clocking a phenomenal 21.56 seconds. This anchor split marks a full second improvement from her previous flat-start best of 22.68 seconds and would have ranked third on Stanford’s relay team at NCAAs. Showcasing her versatility, Berlin also achieved a new lifetime best in the 500 freestyle, finishing at 4:57.73 and triumphing by over 13 seconds in this individual race.
Alana Berlin from Schroeder YMCA excelled at the 2025 Wisconsin YMCA State Championships, posting a personal best of 23.71 seconds in the 50 backstroke and a 21.56 seconds split in the 200 freestyle relay. This performance sets her up for potential success at Stanford, where she will join the team next year, enhancing their relay prospects and increasing her visibility on a national scale.
Alana Berlin’s extraordinary performances at the Wisconsin YMCA State Championships highlight her exceptional talent and potential as a future Stanford standout. With her backstroke split of 23.71 seconds, she not only shattered personal records but also positioned herself as a strong contender in NCAA competitions. Coupled with a stunning 21.56 seconds in the 200 freestyle, Berlin’s prowess assures a promising future for both herself and the Stanford swim team.
Original Source: swimswam.com
