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WATCH: Olympic Trials Pool Begins Filling with a Fire Truck

The first drops (and sprays) were cast into the temporary pool at the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Nebraska, with less…

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Olympic Pools and Structures in Rio to Be Donated After the Games

The 2016 Rio Olympics are set to run in August, and after the Games are over, the temporary pools used in…

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10 Ways to know you swam in the 60’s and early 70’s

#1 Goggles? Whoever heard of racing in goggles?

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Behind the Scenes SwimSpray Photo Shoot

The folks at SwimSpray are great at taking the smell out of swimming – their product eliminates the chlorine smell allowing…

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Drew teDuits Breaks 11 Year Old Pool Record At His Last Collegiate Meet In Madison

Wisconsin senior Drew teDuits wanted to go out with a bang at his last dual meet in Madison, breaking his second…

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Open Letter: Air Quality From a Pool Owner’s Perspective

An open letter from Bob McCallister, Cobb County Aquatics Manager, to all owners, operators, and users of indoor pools. (Featured Image: Mountain View Aquatic Center)

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Plans revealed for River-filtering + Pool in New York City’s East River

Official plans have been revealed for the ground-breaking (or perhaps water-breaking) new +Pool, a floating pool in New York City that will filter river water.

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Make Training Fun with the Mermaid Fin

There is often only one opportunity to introduce a child to the sport of swimming. The FINIS Mermaid Fin is a legitimate early training tool that introduces our great sport in a fun and imaginative way, making it a great addition to any backyard pool or swim center.

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What Music Do Swimmers Listen to On Deck to Get Psyched Up Races?

What music are swimmers listening to on deck at the 2013 YMCA Long Course National Championships? (Video and featured image courtesy of Kelly McCommons)

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2013 USMS Summer Nationals – Day 4 – Brian Goodell Feature Interview – Video

Misty Hyman and Rob Butcher bring us Day 4 highlights from the 2013 Marriott USMS Summer Nationals at Mission Viejo. Olympians Brian Goodell and Susan Williams interviewed. (Photo Credit: Mike Lewis, olavistaphotograpy.com)

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How to be a Mean Brother – Vine Video

Ok… this is not a competitive swimming video, but there’s a pool and I’ve witnessed this move done countless times…

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+Pool in NYC’s East River Raises Quarter-Of-A-Million in Crowdfunding

The Next step on the road to the +Pool has become a reality. (Photo Courtesy: +Pool promotional photo).

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+ POOL Wants to Build a 50 Meter Pool in NYC’s East River

This is one of those crazy ideas that might just work.

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Swimming Canada, Chicken Farmers of Canada partner to promote healthy lifestyles

“By naming fresh Canadian chicken ‘the official protein ofswimming in Canada,’ this partnership showcases a spirit of cooperation between two organizations that believe in promoting healthy lifestyles.” Said Chris Wilson, Director of Marketing & Events at Swimming Canada.

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The Inaugural Dallas Pool – Swim Across America

“Swim Across America is dedicated to raising money and awareness for cancer research, prevention and treatment by hosting open water and pool swim events across the US.”

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