swimming controversies

Disqualified Michigan 400 Medley Relay Was Overturned on a “Delayed Call” Technicality

Another controversial officiating decision led to a DQ of Michigan’s men’s 400 medley relay being overturned on Thursday evening.

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Commentary: Is the Rule that FINA is Interpreting Even Necessary?

Is the rule that makes Ryan Lochte’s IM technique illegal even necessary? Video Courtesy: Universal Sports.

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Columbia Police Department to Investigate Alleged Rape of Missouri Swimmer

Where the University of Missouri has chosen not to open an investigation into the allegations of rape of former Missouri…

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More Details on Time Between Utah Dual Meet and Eric Hansen’s Leave of Absence

After speaking with police, SwimSwam has learned more details about what transpired immediately before Eric Hansen’s leave of absence.

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Charlotte-Area High School Swimming Thrown Into Chaos After Times Thrown Out

According to Langston Wertz, Jr. of the Charlotte Observer, the North Carolina High School Athletic Association state championships in swimming…

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Congressman Mike Honda Makes Official Statement on Pending Mitch Ivey Ban

Mike Honda, a Congressman from California, has made an official statement on the pending ban of Mitch Ivey, and that he supports George Miller’s investigation into the handling of sexual abuse in youth sports.

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Dick Shoulberg Reinstated at Germantown Academy as CoachEmeritus [Updated]

Legendary coach Dick Shoulberg has been reinstated as coach emeritus of the Germantown Academy swim team, according to an announcement…

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British Swimming Coaches Association Questions National Para Appointment

The British Swimming Coaches Association (BSCA), a national body representing the country’s swimming professionals, has questioned the process by which…

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New Belmont Pool Will Only be Capable of Outdoor Long Course Meets; to Open in 2017

The Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool will no longer be an option for indoor 50 meter meets in Southern California.

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Diana Nyad Addresses Marathon Open Water Swim Community

Diana Nyad and her crew captain Bonnie Stoll during their 2011 Cuba to Florida swim attempt. (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)

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British Swimming Planning to Axe Two More ITC’s

After a £4,000,000 funding cut, British Swimming has again had to further reduce its Intensive Training Center program. After cutting the…

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Iranian Woman Denied Swimming Record; Claims Because of Her “Femininity”

Elham Asghari swam a 20km course across the Caspian Sea in roughly 9 hours, and though she wore a heavy, loose-fitting suit complete with head covering, Iranian officials have apparently denied her record swim. (Image courtesy of Tavaana2010 video capture)

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AOC Hands Down ‘Final Warning,’ But Otherwise No Further Punishment Against Australian Swimmers

The Australian Olympic Committee has issued a final warning under threat of Olympic suspension, but no further sanctions against the 6 members of the Olympic 400 free relay. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Victoria Arlen Banned from IPC World Championships; Sviderska Breaks WR by 28 Seconds in Prelims

Victoria Arlen, wheel-chair bound for 7 years, has been turned away from the IPC World Championships. (Photo Courtesy: New England Swimming)

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Swimming Australia Bars Swimmers From Giving Interviews at Training Camp

Swimming Australia chief Michael Scott is declining requests for athletes to interview in their week-long staging camp in Barcelona this week. (Stock Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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