"I am hoping with more training and more time I can snag a spot on the (4x200 free) relay next year at Olympic Trials," Hayes said ahead of World Juniors.
Thompson, a member of the 2022-23 U.S. Junior National Team, holds a 400 IM best time that would be faster enough to 'B' final at the 2023 NCAA Championships.
NCAA champion Claire Curzan is transferring to Virginia, where she'll be eligible for the 3-time defending champs next fall after an Olympic redshirt year.
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