Valparaiso University swimming and diving coach Dan Carl has announced the Crusaders 2003-2004 schedule, which will open on October 3 at the Dennis Stark Relays hosted by Notre Dame.

Valpo will begin its dual meet schedule at home on October 24 against IUPUI, and also has home contests against Hope and Eastern Illinois on the slate.

The Crusaders will compete at the Mid-Continent Conference Championships December 4-6 in Indianapolis, Ind., while concluding their season at the Midwest Classic Championships February 19-21 in the same city. IUPUI will host both meets.