Tucson, Ariz. - The Arizona Swimming and Diving team is coming off a stellar weekend at home with wins over Denver and Hawaii. They head into this upcoming weekend with the women taking on UCLA Friday and both the men and women competing against USC Saturday. 

Diver Bjorn Markentin and swimmer Hannah Farrow lead the way for the team's freshman class with Markentin already placing 2nd or better in all his events through two meets including three wins. In her collegiate debut at Utah, Farrow placed 1st in the 100 and 200 Fly. 

Markentin, from Saskatoon, Canada, is majoring in Biomedical Engineering. Farrow, from Fountain Valley, California, is majoring in Physiology. They both sat down with ArizonaWildcats.com to talk about their experience at Arizona so far.

What are some of your favorite things to do in Tucson?
Farrow: Some of my favorite things to do Tucson are trying all the cool and delicious restaurants around the town, especially those recommended by locals, and watching the gorgeous sunsets.

Markentin: My favorite things to do in Tucson are; spending time outdoors in the beautiful weather, go sightseeing because of the amazing sunsets that Tucson has, and eat local foods.

What are your goals after graduation?
Farrow: After graduation, I plan to move back to California, go to physical therapy graduate school there, and become a physical therapist.

Markentin: My goal after graduation are to apply and get accepted to Med school back home in Canada.

Hobby outside of swimming and diving?
Farrow: I don't really have a specific hobby outside of swimming, but I love to take naps and hang out with my friends.

Markentin: My hobbies outside of diving include outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking. I also enjoy working on hands on projects such as maintenance on cars or woodworking.

Who is someone you look up to?
Farrow: Someone I look up to is my older sister Katelyn. She is one of the most selfless, kind and driven people that I know. It's been amazing to see her accomplish a goal that she made for herself almost 10 years ago and all the hard work that she has put into getting to finally kick start her career as a special education teacher. She has also always been there for me no matter what, and will do whatever she can for the people she loves. She has always been there to support me in swimming, coming to my meets and being right there at the end of my lane to cheer me on. I am very lucky to have such an amazing relationship with her.

Markentin: Someone that I look up to is Alexandre Despatie because he was a very successful Canadian diver and a kind person. I met him at a diving nationals when I was young and he inspired me to be a better person and diver. 

What are you looking forward to most this season?
Farrow: I think what I'm looking forward to most this season is just the whole experience of college swimming. I think it is awesome how competitive it is, and being able to do it with people that I already feel so close to is amazing. I'm really excited for the Pac-12, because I think the travel is a fun way for all the girls to get close, and to see everyone's hard work pay off.

Markentin: This season I am looking forward to training with all the hard working athletes on the team and pushing myself to learn new skills. I am also looking forward to travelling and competing for the University of Arizona.