Kurt Krumpholz (2008) - Hall of Fame

Kurt Krumpholz

Induction:
2008

Kurt Krumpholz starred as both a swimmer and water polo player for the Bruins from 1971-74, and '76. Though he originally attended UCLA with the intention of participating solely on the water polo team, he would later become an outstanding swimmer, earning All-America honors eight times in seven events. In 1972, Krumpholz established a world record in the 400m freestyle, shattering the previous mark by 1.6 seconds. At the 1973 World Games, Krumpholz swam in the 800m freestyle relay which established a new world record and brought home the gold medal for the United States. He also brought home the silver in the 200m freestyle. As a UCLA water polo player, Krumpholz played four years, earned All America honors three times (1972, '73 and '74) and was a member of two NCAA Championship teams (1971 and '72).