Open mobile menu

Lechuga Claims Second ACC Diving Honor of the Season

THE FLATS – For the second time this season, Ruben Lechuga has been honored as the ACC Men’s Diver of the Week, as announced by the conference on Tuesday.

At Tech’s meet versus No. 7 Georgia, Lechuga swept the men’s diving events. The senior won the 1 Meter with a score of 371.78 points and the 3 Meter dive with a score of 404.55 points.

Earlier this season, Lechuga broke the school records for both diving events. He currently ranks first in the NCAA for the men’s 3 Meter dive (6 dives) and third for the 1 Meter dive (6 Dives).

UP NEXT:
The Jackets will be back in action on Friday, Oct. 28 as they take on Florida State at 2 p.m. in Tallahassee, Fla.

 

Alexander-Tharpe Fund

The Alexander-Tharpe Fund is the fundraising arm of Georgia Tech athletics, providing scholarship, operations and facilities support for Georgia Tech’s 400-plus student-athletes. Be a part of developing Georgia Tech’s Everyday Champions and helping the Yellow Jackets compete for championships at the highest levels of college athletics by supporting the Annual Athletic Scholarship Fund, which directly provides scholarships for Georgia Tech student-athletes. To learn more about supporting the Yellow Jackets, visit atfund.org.   

For the latest information on the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, follow us on Instagram (@GTSwimDive), Twitter (@GTSwimDive), Facebook (Georgia Tech Swimming & Diving) or visit us at www.ramblinwreck.com

RELATED HEADLINES

Swimming & Diving Georgia Tech’s Excellence Extends Beyond Playing Surface

Georgia Tech gives back to community, completes capital projects and more in 25-26

Georgia Tech’s Excellence Extends Beyond Playing Surface
Swimming & Diving Competitive Success Continues to Rise on The Flats

12 teams in postseason, three first-round draft picks among Georgia Tech’s achievements in 2025-26

Competitive Success Continues to Rise on The Flats
Swimming & Diving Georgia Tech x Under Armour Apparel Launch Set for June 26

Barnes & Noble to have exclusive Tech/UA gear on Friday; additional retailers to follow on July 1

Georgia Tech x Under Armour Apparel Launch Set for June 26
Partner of Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Legends Partner of Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Partner of Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Partner of Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets