University of New Hampshire Athletics
2025-26 Women's Swimming and Diving Roster
Roster
Jessica Briers
- Height:
- 5-10
- Class:
- Junior
- Position:
- Free
- High School:
- Kirkwood
- Hometown:
- St. Louis, Mo.
- Major:
- Psychology
100 Freestyle: 55.54 (1/13/24; vs. Rhode Island)
200 Freestyle: 1:57.26 (11/18/23; at Bruno Invitational)
500 Freestyle: 5:01.29 (2/15/24; at America East Championships)
1000 Freestyle: 10:41.69 (1/26/24; at Maine)
1650 Freestyle: 17:22.72 (2/17/24; at America East Championships)
100 Breaststroke: 1:11.94 (10/27/23; vs. CCSU)
200 Breaststroke: 2:27.87 (2/17/24; at America East Championships)
200 Backstroke: 2:12.80 (1/19/23; at Bruno Invitational)
AMERICA EAST CHAMPIONSHIPS:
2024: 1650 Freestyle - 17:22.72 (9th), 500 Freestyle - 5:01.29 (12th), 200 Breaststroke - 2:28.96 (17th)
AWARDS:
America East Commissioner's Honor Roll (2024)
PERSONAL:
- Daughter of Matt and Karen
Junior • Women’s Swimming & Diving
Event Specialty: Distance Freestyle
Height: 5'11"
Major: Economics
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
Date of Birth: June 16, 2004
Athletic Profile
Jessica Briers specializes in distance freestyle events. Known for her endurance and competitive drive, Jessica competed for Kirkwood High School (home of the Pioneers) before joining the Wildcats, where she continues to make an impact in the pool.
Academic & Personal Highlights
Jessica is majoring in Economics and aspires to work in the financial industry after graduation. She earned Honor Roll recognition throughout high school and brings the same level of discipline and focus to her academic and athletic pursuits.
Before UNH
Jessica graduated from Kirkwood High School in 2023, where she competed in swimming and developed her strength in distance events. Her commitment to training and performance helped her transition successfully to collegiate competition.
Fun Facts & Favorites
Favorite Athlete: Jordan Binnington
Person She Admires Most Outside Sports: Nikki Glaser
Hobbies: Traveling, biking, and walking her dog
Favorite Book: American Sniper
Favorite Movie: Jurassic Park
Favorite TV Show: How I Met Your Mother
Instagram: @jessica.briers
Why UNH?
“I love UNH for its proximity to the beach, mountains, and Boston—it’s the perfect mix of nature and city life.”
