In 1970-71, head coach John Buckholtz guided the Tigers to a perfect 16-0 record, the only unblemished season in RIT men's swim history. Comprised of 24 swimmers, the team splashed through the campaign, scoring 1,146 points, outscoring their opponents by an average of 71.6-39.8 points. The Tigers went on to place second to Division I St. Bonaventure University in the Upper New York State Championships and competed in the NCAA Division III Championship. In the state meet, RIT boasted five champions, including three individuals and two relays. Team members are: Tony Ajemian, Mike Cahill, Don Carlson, Darryl Cook, Kent Dardick, Bruce Fraser, Jeff Furst, Dave Haggerty, George Heron, Barry Hill, Bob Hunter, Bob Jackson, Mike Kenna, Bill Kleitz, Bob Lowe, Geoff Lowe, Kip Miller, Dave Oates, Marv Pallischeck, Joe Shepanski, Craig Southard, Ron Trumble, Albert Walla, Tony Zebrowski.
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