Marshall University announced Wednesday that it will retain its Women's Swimming & Diving program while continuing plans to add STUNT as a varsity sport,

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Marshall announced Wednesday, March 18, 2026, that it will retain its swimming and diving program while continuing plans to add STUNT as a varsity sport. The decision stems from a Board of Governors special meeting on Wednesday morning with an updated strategy for financial sustainability and Title IX participation.

Marshall University just announced they’re reinstating its women’s swimming and diving team during a Board of Governors meeting Wednesday.