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Stiger is a talented distance freestyler who represents Romania on the international stage.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding her commitment, she said:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>&#8220;I am so excited and grateful to announce my verbal commitment to continue my academic and swimming career at Auburn University! A huge thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout this journey. I am especially grateful to Coach Ryan, Coach Averee, and the entire Auburn staff for believing in me and welcoming me into the Auburn family. War Eagle!&#8221;<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Stiger trains with Clubul Sportiv al Armatei Steaua Bucuresti.\u00a0Last summer, she finished 11th in the 1500m free and 12th in the 800m free at the 2025 LEN European Junior Championships. 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