Monmouth University Athletics

Deborah Renz Farrell '76, an 11-time All-American swimmer, is one of Monmouth College's most decorated athletes. Renz Farrell, who earned All-American status in the 50 freestyle at the 1973 national meet, set a national collegiate record in the 50 meter freestyle at AIAW swimming nationals in 1974, while earning four other certificates, including the 50 fly, 200 medley relay, 400 medley relay and the 400 free relay, where the team finished seventh in the nation. The unanimous Monmouth Athlete of the Year in 1974, Renz Farrell was named the 1975 Swimming Coaches Association of New Jersey Women’s Collegiate Swimmer of the Year. In 1975, she finished second at the national meet in both the 50 freestyle and the 200 medley relay. In 1976, Renz Farrell set the American record in the 200 meter free relay at AIAW swimming nationals.


Inducted February 1, 2013 - Photo Album