INDIANAPOLIS – The Mountain East Conference (MEC) and Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) today announced a multi-year partnership with the Monongalia County Commission and the Visit Mountaineer Country Convention and Visitors Bureau that will bring the MEC/G-MAC Swimming & Diving Championships to the Peak Health Aquatic Center at Mylan Park in Morgantown, West Virginia, beginning with the 2027 championship.
As part of the partnership, the Monongalia County Commission and Visit Mountaineer Country Convention and Visitors Bureau will become MEC Corporate Partners.
The championship's move to Morgantown is made possible through the Monongalia County Tourism Advancement Fund, reinforcing a shared commitment to enhancing the championship experience for student-athletes while generating meaningful economic impact for the region.
"The collaboration and partnership between the MEC and G-MAC has made this championship a tremendous success over the past eight years, and we're excited to build on that foundation in Morgantown," said Mountain East Conference Commissioner Reid Amos. "We sincerely appreciate the growing support of the Monongalia County Commission, Visit Mountaineer Country and Mylan Park. Together, we've created an opportunity to elevate the championship experience for our student-athletes at one of the finest aquatic facilities in the country.”
Established in 2018, the joint MEC/G-MAC Swimming & Diving Championships annually bring together men's and women's swimming and diving programs from both conferences to compete for conference championships. Following eight successful years at the C.T. Branin Natatorium in Canton, Ohio, the championship enters a new chapter at the Peak Health Aquatic Center.
"The Great Midwest is grateful for the strong partnership we have built with the Mountain East Conference and for the shared commitment that has made this championship so successful," said G-MAC Commissioner Tom Daeger. "We also extend our sincere appreciation to the staff at C.T. Branin Natatorium, Visit Canton, and Malone University for their outstanding support and hospitality over the past eight years. As we look to the future, we are excited to bring the championship to Mylan Park and provide our student-athletes with an exceptional experience at the Peak Health Aquatic Center."
"The MEC/G-MAC Swimming & Diving Championships are more than a sporting event—they are an investment in our community," said Visit Mountaineer Country Convention and Visitors Bureau Development Director Joe Vessecchia. "Each year, this championship will fill our hotels, support our restaurants and local businesses, while introducing hundreds of visitors to Morgantown and Monongalia County. The Peak Health Aquatic Center has established itself as one of the region's premier aquatic facilities, and its ability to consistently deliver an exceptional championship experience is a testament to the strength of our partnership with Mylan Park, the MEC and the G-MAC. We are proud to welcome these outstanding student-athletes and their supporters to our destination and remain committed to growing this championship for years to come."
"Since opening in 2019, the Peak Health Aquatic Center has established itself as a premier destination for championship-level competition, designed to deliver an exceptional experience for student-athletes, coaches, officials and spectators alike," said Peak Health Aquatic Center General Manager Jennifer Lainhart. "Hosting events of this caliber is central to our mission, and our experienced staff is committed to providing a first-class championship experience both in and out of the pool."
The Peak Health Aquatic Center features an Olympic-sized 50-meter competition pool with a movable bulkhead that can be configured for short- or long-course competition, a six-lane diving well with a full complement of platforms and springboards, and spectator seating designed to accommodate championship competition.
The 2027 G-MAC/MEC Swimming & Diving Championships will be held February 10-13 at the Peak Health Aquatic Center. Daily schedules, ticket information, and additional championship information will be made available on each conference website at a later date.
About the Mountain East Conference
The Mountain East Conference features 12 NCAA Division II member colleges and universities located in four states. The league sponsors 23 NCAA championship sports. MEC teams have won six NCAA team national championships, have played in 14 NCAA Championship games, and have won 59 regional championships. MEC student-athletes also excel in the classroom, with 2,933 earning academic recognition in 2025-26. The league has also produced 11 NCAA Elite Scholar-Athlete Award winners, recognizing the student-athlete with the highest cumulative grade-point average who has reached the site of the finals for each of the NCAA's men's and women's championships across its three divisions. The Mountain East Conference is headquartered in Fairmont, West Virginia. Visit mountaineast.org to learn more.
About the Great Midwest Athletic Conference
The Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) is an NCAA Division II athletic conference with current and future full member institutions located in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio. Established in 2011, the conference consists of private, non-profit member institutions and sponsors 26 conference championship sport offerings. Current and future full member institutions include Ashland University (OH), Cedarville University (OH), University of Findlay (OH), Hillsdale College (MI), University of Indianapolis (IN), Kentucky Wesleyan College (KY), Lake Erie College (OH), Malone University (OH), Northwood University (MI), Ohio Dominican University (OH), Thomas More (KY), Tiffin University (OH), Ursuline College (OH), and Walsh University (OH). To learn more about the Great Midwest and its members, visit greatmidwestsports.com
About the Monongalia County Commission
The Monongalia County Commission serves as the governing body of Monongalia County, West Virginia, providing leadership, oversight, and essential services that support the county's residents, businesses, and visitors. The Commission is committed to responsible stewardship of public resources, fostering economic growth, enhancing quality of life, and investing in initiatives that strengthen communities throughout the county. Working collaboratively with municipalities, community organizations, and regional partners, the Commission helps advance opportunities that contribute to Monongalia County's continued success. Learn more at monongaliacounty.gov.
About Visit Mountaineer Country
Visit Mountaineer Country is the official Destination Marketing and Management Organization (DMMO) for North Central West Virginia, representing Monongalia, Preston, and Taylor counties, as well as the City of Belington in Barbour County. The organization promotes the region as a premier destination for leisure travel, sports tourism, meetings, and outdoor recreation while supporting destination development and visitor services that strengthen local communities. Through strategic marketing, industry partnerships, and event support, Visit Mountaineer Country works to attract visitors, extend stays, and generate economic impact for the region. Learn more at visitmountaineercountry.com.
About Mylan Park
Over the past 20 years, Mylan Park has grown from four baseball and softball fields into a full-service sports, recreation, wellness, and events complex spanning across 400 beautiful acres. Mylan Park is also proud to be home to a variety of social, training, and educational organizations operating within the park footprint and serving the greater Morgantown community daily through their non-profit and service-oriented missions. Today, Mylan Park is recognized as one of West Virginia's most dynamic venues for users and events of all walks. Owned and operated by the non-profit 501(c)(3) Mylan Park Foundation, Mylan Park now offers 14 different indoor and outdoor facilities comprising over 60 acres of athletic field space and more than 180,000 sq. ft. of indoor sport, recreation, and event venues. Each unique component of the park serves to ensure that there is something for everyone and that Mylan Park is truly a place the entire community can enjoy.