Three Kalamazoo swimmers win state championships at finals

Three swimmers from the Kalamazoo area won state titles at the 2025 MHSAA boys swimming finals. Liam Smith of Otsego defended his titles in the 200-yard individual medley and 100-yard butterfly, while William Blind of Portage Northern won the Division 2 1-meter dive. Sam Harper from Plainwell secured his first state title in the 500-yard freestyle, finishing nearly five seconds ahead of the runner-up. In total, ten Kalamazoo-area swimmers earned all-state honors, along with two relay teams. The finals took place at Eastern Michigan University and Oakland University, showcasing strong performances from local athletes across various events.