**AUBURN, Ala.** – **Excitement ignites in the diving world** as Purdue University’s own **Tyler Wills** and **Daryn Wright** have made waves by qualifying for the prestigious **World Aquatics Championships** this summer! They teamed up with the talented **Bayleigh Cranford** from the University of Texas, capturing gold in both synchronized 10-meter events at the **USA Diving National Championships**.
### H2: A Momentous Triumph
Wills and Cranford dazzled in the **mixed 10-meter synchro** event on Friday, clinching their victory with panache. The following day, Wright joined forces with Cranford to secure gold in the women’s equivalent. Both pairs showcased remarkable skill and teamwork, propelling them to international recognition.
### H3: Rising Stars Shine Bright
In their debut pairing, fellow Boilermakers **Sophie McAfee** and **Kaden Springfield** earned silver in the **mixed 10-meter synchro**. Their performance hints that the future of Purdue diving is as bright as their present.
Additionally, incoming freshman **Nathaniel Grannis** showcased his potential with a bronze medal in the men’s 3-meter synchro, partnering with **Ivor Brown** of Northern Virginia.
### H4: A Glance Ahead
The **World Aquatics Championships** are set to be a thrilling affair from **July 11 – August 3 in Singapore**. Notably, both Wills and Wright are seasoned competitors at the worlds, with Wright poised to make her synchro debut after competing individually during the last Olympic cycle.
Wright’s recent synchro outing was her first since the **2019 USA Diving Winter Nationals**, following her impressive individual performance in Tokyo last summer.
### H3: Dominance in the Pool
Wills and Cranford previously showcased their talent by winning the **mixed 10-meter synchro** at the **2023 USA Diving Winter Nationals**, solidifying their spot for the Worlds in February 2024.
In the recent championship, the competition was fierce. Wright and Cranford faced tough rivals **Anna Lemkin** and **Lanie Gutch**, who led after several rounds. However, a pivotal round 4 saw **Wright & Cranford** propel ahead with a stellar score of **82.56** points on their inward 3 ½ tuck (407C).
### H4: Voices of the Champions
“It was super fun. I think synchro’s just a fun event in general, and having a competitive aspect was exhilarating,” declared Wright. Her partner, Cranford, echoed this sentiment, saying, “I knew that we were close and felt we needed to perform. I think we did that well!”
Wills concluded with reflections on the pressure of competition, stating, “We feel it, but we thrive under it. Our final dive—our favorite—gave us the confidence to push through.”
### H2: Upcoming Events: A Competitive Edge
For fans eager to catch more of these rising stars, here’s a brief overview of the **USA Diving National Championships** schedule:
#### Upcoming Individual Events
– **Monday, May 12**
– **Men’s 1-Meter:** Prelim at 2 p.m. ET, Final at 7:40 p.m. ET
– Competitors: **Max Miller** and **Holden Higbie**
– **Tuesday, May 13**
– **Men’s 3-Meter:** Prelim at 11 a.m. ET
– **Women’s 10-Meter:** Prelim at 2 p.m. ET
– **Wednesday, May 14**
– **Women’s 3-Meter:** Prelim at 11 a.m. ET
– **Men’s 10-Meter:** Prelim at 1:30 p.m. ET
– **Thursday, May 15**
– **Men’s 3-Meter Final** at 1 p.m. ET
– **Women’s 10-Meter Final** at 2:45 p.m. ET
Both **Wills** and **McAfee** are set to compete individually in the coming days, increasing the excitement for fans and supporters alike.
### H2: Conclusion
As the **World Aquatics Championships** approach, the prowess of Purdue divers like **Wills, Wright**, and their teammates only heightens the anticipation for what lies ahead. The dedication and competitive spirit displayed at the **USA Diving National Championships** promise a bright future for these talented athletes on the world stage.
For more updates and results, keep an eye on [USA Diving](https://www.usadiving.org).
