Nov. 18, 2010

PHILADELPHIA - The men’s swimming & diving team has been ranked No. 12 in this week’s CSCAA Mid-Major Division I poll.

The Explorers, who are 4-1 on the season, are the highest-ranked Atlantic 10 team.  Massachusetts and St. Bonaventure were ranked 14th and 15th, respectively.

Last season, La Salle was ranked as high as 16th in the poll.

The La Salle women’s team also received votes, finishing 36th in the women's poll.

The Explorers will open competition at the Frank Elm Super Splash at the Rutgers Aquatic Center tomorrow.  The 16-squad meet will run through Sunday.