College Swimming League Wildcard & Championship
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time
- Thu, Nov 5, 2026 - Fri, Nov 6, 2026
Location
Indiana University Natatorium
901 West New York Street
Details
Indianapolis, get ready for championship weekend!
The College Swimming League (CSL) is bringing its inaugural season to an unforgettable finish at the legendary IU Natatorium, and you're invited to be part of history!
After six regular-season matches featuring 12 of the nation's premier collegiate swimming programs, everything comes down to two days of intense competition, incredible athleticism, and championship-level excitement.
CSL brings a fresh approach to collegiate swimming, combining elite competition, fast-paced racing, team rivalries, and an electric atmosphere designed for sports fans of all ages.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 — WILDCARD MATCH
• Doors open at 4:00 PM ET. Pre-Event begins at 5:00 PM ET and Match begins at 5:30 PM ET• Indiana, CAL, Stanford, and Louisville battle for one final spot in the Championship• Win and advance. Lose and the season is over.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 — CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
• Doors open at 3:00 PM ET. Pre-Event begins at 4:00 PM ET and Match begins: 4:30 PM ET• Virginia, Tennessee and NC State face the Wildcard winner• One team will make history as the first-ever CSL champion!
SPECIAL TICKET PROMOTION — TWO MATCHES FOR THE PRICE OF ONE!
Purchase a ticket to either the Wildcard or Championship match and receive a complimentary ticket to the other!
Whether you're a lifelong swimming fan, college sports enthusiast, student, family, or simply looking for an exciting Indianapolis event, this is your opportunity to experience world-class collegiate athletics up close.
Bring your friends, represent your favorite university, cheer on some of the country's fastest swimmers, and experience the excitement of live, nationally televised competition!
Event Details
• Dates: Thursday, November 5 & Friday, November 6, 2026• Location: IU Natatorium, 901 W. New York St., Indianapolis, IN 46202• Broadcast: ESPN+ and ESPNU• Tickets: Available through the College Swimming League
Be there when history is made. Don't just watch the championship — experience it!
Purchase tickets at collegeswimmingleague.com.
