The sorcery and science behind Virginia's swimming dynasty

$Ken Ono and Virginia head coach Todd DeSorbo. Photo Courtesy: Matthew Kent Riley/University of Virginia$

ESPN features Professor Ken Ono who has been using mathematical optimization to minimize inefficiencies in swimmers’ strokes, contributing to the remarkable success of the UVA swim team. This innovative approach, combined with the exceptional talent of swimmers like Alex Walsh, Gretchen Walsh, Kate Douglass, and Lexi Cuomo, has helped usher in a period of disruptive dominance of UVA swimming.

Last updated: Tuesday, March 14, 2023