Bathala to Compete at Junior Pan Pacific Championships

A graphic announcing that Ethan Bethala will represent the United States at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships

Bathala to Compete at Junior Pan Pacific Championships

7/31/2026 5:00:00 PM | Swimming & Diving

DURHAM, N.C. – Following a first-place finish in the 18U 50m backstroke at the U.S. Swimming Toyota National Championships on Thursday, incoming freshman Ethan Bathala will represent the United States at the 2026 Junior Pan Pacific Championships Aug. 17-20 in Vancouver.

Bathala, a native of Jacksonville, Florida, posted an impressive time of 25.51 in the 50m backstroke.

The Junior Pan Pacific Championships is an international swimming competition featuring athletes aged 18 and under from non-European nations.

Additional information regarding Bethala's schedule at the competition will be available in the coming weeks.

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