Explore Evansville is proud to announce that the Deaconess Aquatic Center will host the 2027 National Junior College Athletic Association Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving Championships in 2027, marking Evansville’s first NJCAA championship event.
“Evansville has become a premier destination for championships, and we’re excited to welcome the NJCAA to our community,” said Aaron King, Assistant Director of Sports Development with Explore Evansville. “The Deaconess Aquatic Center is the perfect venue to deliver an unforgettable experience for student-athletes and fans alike.”
Explore Evansville will host the national meets at the Deaconess Aquatic Center in Evansville, IN, March 3-6, 2027. The Deaconess Aquatic Center, featuring the state-of-the-art Lilly King Competition Pool, has previously hosted notable events like the Great Lakes Valley Conference and Missouri Valley Conference Championships. The NJCAA championship adds to its roster of premier competitions.
Jennifer Brown, COO at the YMCA of Southwestern Indiana and Operating Manager at Deaconess Aquatic Center, added, “Excitement is truly an understatement! We are beyond thrilled that Evansville has been awarded the NJCAA Swimming and Diving Championships. We look forward to showcasing the City of Evansville and the Deaconess Aquatic Center to NJCAA teams and spectators, and we’re incredibly thankful for the opportunity to host such a prestigious event!”
