In this special episode of The Diving Pod, we welcome PDCA Member Aaron Hintz, who is leading a groundbreaking initiative — the first-ever official PDCA Diving Ratings & Rankings. This marks a historic moment for the sport, as diving finally joins the ranks of other collegiate and Olympic sports with a structured, data-driven ranking system designed to celebrate consistency, difficulty, and execution across all levels.

Aaron dives into how the rankings were developed, the goals behind the project, and what it means for athletes, coaches, and fans moving forward. We discuss the impact this system could have on the visibility and growth of diving, and what the future might look like now that performance across the country can be compared on an even playing field.

Tune in for a fascinating conversation that could redefine how the diving world evaluates excellence.