History of Sarah Bacon in Timeline
Sarah Bacon is an American diver who won a silver medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in the women's synchronized 3 metre springboard event with her partner, Kassidy Cook. This marked her first Olympic medal.
September 20, 1996: Birth of Sarah Bacon
Sarah Bacon was born on September 20, 1996.
2004: Beginning of Diving Career
Sarah Bacon began her diving journey in 2004.
2014: Junior National Diving Champion
In 2014, Sarah Bacon rose to prominence, clinching victories in both the 1-meter and 3-meter springboard events at the Junior National Diving Championships. Her success continued as she secured first place in the 1-meter event at the AT&T Senior National Diving Championships, showcasing her talent on a larger stage.
2017: University of Minnesota and Early Success
After graduating high school, Sarah Bacon enrolled at the University of Minnesota in 2017. She immediately excelled, securing a second-place finish against Wisconsin in the 1-meter event. Notably, during her freshman year, she achieved a second-place finish in the 1-meter diving event at the NCAA Championships, further solidifying her reputation as a rising star in the sport.
2018: NCAA and Big Ten Championships
During her sophomore year (2017-2018), Bacon continued her winning streak, securing first place in the 1-meter event at both the NCAA Championships and the Big Ten Championships. Her exceptional performance extended to the 3-meter event, where she achieved a commendable second-place finish. These achievements cemented her status as a dominant force in collegiate diving.
2019: Big Ten Diver of the Year and NCAA Champion
In 2019, Sarah Bacon's exceptional talent and dedication earned her the prestigious title of Big Ten Diver of the Year. Her remarkable performance reached new heights as she clinched the NCAA 1-meter diving championship, etching her name in history by breaking a 12-year-old record with an astounding score of 363.20. Adding to her list of accomplishments, she shattered both the school and pool records for the 3-meter dive at the Big Ten Championships, achieving an impressive score of 430.60.
2019: International Success and Pan American Games
In 2019, Sarah Bacon's prowess extended to the international stage, where she secured a second-place finish in the 1-meter dive at the World Aquatics Championships in Gwangju, South Korea, while representing the United States. Her winning ways continued at the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, where she and her partner, Brooke Schultz, captured the silver medal in the women's synchronized 3-meter springboard event. Not content with just one medal, Bacon then went on to claim gold in the women's individual 1-meter springboard event, demonstrating her dominance and versatility.
2020: USA Diving National Champion and International Competition
In 2020, Sarah Bacon further solidified her standing as a top diver by winning the USA Diving National Championships in the 3-meter synchronized event alongside her partner, Kassidy Cook. The duo carried their success to the international stage, capturing the gold medal at the FINA Grand Prix in Madrid, Spain. Demonstrating her individual skills, Bacon also secured a silver medal in the individual 3-meter event. Their winning streak continued at the Grand Prix meet in Rostock, Germany, where Bacon and Cook once again claimed gold in the 3-meter synchronized event, showcasing their exceptional synchronization and skill.
July 27, 2024: Olympic Silver Medal
On July 27, 2024, Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook etched their names in American diving history by winning the first medals for the United States at the 2024 Olympics. The duo's remarkable performance in the 3-meter synchronized springboard event earned them the silver medal, solidifying their status as one of the world's premier diving pairs.
2024: Olympic Silver Medal
In 2024, Sarah Bacon won her first Olympic medal, a silver, in the women's synchronized 3-meter springboard event at the Summer Olympics with her partner, Kassidy Cook.
2024: Olympic Qualification
In 2024, Sarah Bacon, alongside her diving partner and longtime friend Kassidy Cook, earned the honor of representing the United States at the Paris Olympics after successfully qualifying in the 3-meter synchronized springboard event. In addition to her synchronized qualification, Bacon also secured her place in the individual 3-meter event, showcasing her exceptional talent and versatility on the world's biggest sporting stage.