Episode #262 Emilio Trevino (Texas A&M & Mexico)

In this episode of The Diving Pod, we sit down with NCAA platform champion Emilio Treviño from Texas A&M Aggies to talk about his incredible freshman-year rise to the top of college diving. Emilio shares his journey from Mexico to the United States, detailing the challenges of adapting to a new culture, training environment, and level of competition.

We dive into what fueled his success in his first NCAA season, how his international background shaped his approach to the sport, and what it meant to win a national title so early in his career. Emilio also reflects on being the final NCAA champion under legendary coach Jay Lerew, giving insight into Lerew’s impact on his development and the legacy he leaves behind.

This episode highlights resilience, transition, and what it takes to become a champion on one of the biggest stages in collegiate diving.