A new National record was set on Friday, February 28, 2025, during the 2025 IHSA Boys Swimming & Diving State Final, at FMC Natatorium in Westmont, IL.
The Hinsdale Central High School (Hinsdale, IL) 200 Medley Relay Team included. left-to-right, Henry Guo (Senior), Matt Vatev (Junior), Josh Bey (Senior), and Luke Vatev (Sophomore.) The young men completed the event in a time of 1:26.75–to set a new National High School record!
The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) certifies National High School records. The organization currently lists Carmel High School (Carmel, IN, as the record-holder with a time of 1:26.88, which was set on February 26, 2022.
Hinsdale Central set the new National mark during the Prelim Round of the State Swim Meet, qualifying them for Saturday’s Finals. They will compete for the State Championship and potentially could improve on Friday’s record-setting time.