Previews & Recaps
Connor Jaeger Post One of Meets Most Memorable Moments in 1500 Prelims
Day 7′s morning session will feature both one of the quickest, most nail-biting races on the schedule in the women’s…
Day 6 Finals: Michael vs. Ryan in 200 IM (Recap)
Ryan Lochte and Michael Phelps squared-off in a tie-breaker matchup in the men’s 200 IM on night 6 (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Day 6 Prelims Recap: Anthony Ervin Breaks 22-Seconds in 50 Free
Anthony Ervin, pictured from the Indy GP, is finally clicking. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Who Is Scott Weltz? Weltz Stuns Omaha on Day 5 (Recap)
Be sure to update this page throughout the night, as we will get recaps up as quickly as we can…
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Phelps Makes it Two-Straight on Day 4; Clary Finally In
It’s unlikely that Day 4 of the 2012 U.S. Olympic Trials will be able to live up to the awesomeness…
Allison Schmitt Crushes American Record in Women’s 200 Free
Allison Schmitt took out the women’s 200 free just as hard as she did the 400 free. This time, however,…
Sleepy 100 Free Prelims Leaves Sprinting Concern
We’re at the halfway point of the 2012 US Olympic Swimming Trials in Omaha, and it’s another quick prelims session…
Dana Vollmer Wins Women’s 100 Fly Final; Coughlin 7th
Last summer, when Tim Binning took this picture, these two were just great young swimmers. Fast forward a year, and it’s game-on (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Lochte Wins 400 IM Final to Stamp First Ticket to London; American Record for Dana Vollmer
(Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Day 1 Finals Video Preview presented by Engine
Garrett, Mel and Braden recap the morning session at Farrell’s in Omaha
Olympic Trials Day 1 – Live Updates and Recaps from Deck in Omaha
Day 1 of the 2012 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials is underway in Omaha, Nebraska, and the first heat-winner of the…
Picks: Lochte, Phelps, Clary Battle Set for Day 1 in Omaha
All eyes will be focused on these three on the first day of trials in Omaha. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
The Great SwimSwam Pick ‘Em Contest
Which one of these three superstars do you think will win the 400 IM (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Picks: Soni a Lock to Win 200 Breast at Trials
We complete our breaststroke previews now with the 200. The Americans sit in much better shape overall than they do…
2012 Omaha Swimvitational – Tucson Ford Headlines
Olympic legend Amanda Beard among stars of Omaha Swimvitational
The Calamity of the Women’s 200 IM at Trials; Phelps-Lochte III
“200 IM Olympic Trials Preview: Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte will thrill and chill the Omaha crowd.” (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Picks: The King and Queen of the 100 Fly Will Reign at Trials
Michael Phelps is the man in the 100 fly for the Americans, and the true anchor of he medley relay. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Picks: Hansen’s Return a Savior for American 100 Breaststroke
But which young swimmers have the ability to challenge him? (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Sutton, Schmitt Favorites in 400 Free at Trials
The women’s 400 free will be one of the most competitive meets at the Trials (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Video
Anders Holm, Olympic Trials Post Analysis
“Comedy Central’s “Workaholics” writer, producer & star weighs in on Olympic Trials.” (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Day 8 Finals Recap Presented By Engine
Garrett and Braden breakdown the final session and talk about the most memorable moments from the 2012 US Olympic Trials. (Photo Courtesy © Tim Binning, theswimpictures.com)
Day 8 Finals Preview Presented by Engine
Garrett and Mel tell you what to watch for in the men’s 1500 and the women’s 50 at US Olympic Trials. (Photo by Tim Binning © theswimpictures.com)
Katie Ledecky is the youngest member of the US Olympic Team
Katie Ledecky took control of the 800 free with an aggressive first 100 and then did what she does best and held pace all the way to a spot on the US Olympic team. (Photo Courtesy © Tim Binning, theswimpictures.com)
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Day 7 Finals Recap Presented by Engine
Braden, Garrett, Mel, and special guest Craig Lord break down night 7 from US Olympic Trials.
Ryan Lochte has another level of taper
After what he described to some reporters as a train wreck of a meet, Ryan Lochte says he’ll be more ready for London. (Photo Courtesy © Tim Binning, theswimpictures.com)
Missy Franklin adds 4th Event to her Olympic Schedule
Missy Franklin wins her 2nd event with a 2:06.12 in the 200 backstroke at US Olympic Trials.
Tyler McGill is headed to London
Tyler McGill almost upset Michael Phelps, but held on to finish 2nd in the 100 fly with a 51.32.
Nathan Adrian Finishes 3rd in the 50 Free
Nathan Adrian’s 21.68 in the finals of the 50 free left him 3rd, just outside of qualifying to swim the event at the Olympics.
Kate Ziegler qualifies for her 2nd Olympic Team
Kate Ziegler finished 2nd in the 800 free with a 8:21.87 at the 2012 US Olympic Trials.
Kara Lynn Joyce qualifies 4th for 50 free finals
Kara Lynn Joyce was one of 5 swimmers under 25 (24.97) in the semi-finals of the 50 free.
Jessica Hardy takes top seed in 50 free
Jessica Hardy is in the freestyle groove, taking the top seed in finals after a semi-final swim of 24.56.
Elizabeth Pelton finishes 3rd for the 2nd time this week
Elizabeth Pelton finished 3rd in the 200 backstroke with a 2:08.06.
Elizabeth Beisel qualifies for event #2
Elizabeth Beisel finished 2nd in the 200 back with a 2:07.58.
Dara Torres drops under 25 in the Semis of the 50
After swimming a 24.80 in the semis, it’s safe to say Dara Torres will be a factor in the final of the 50 Free.
Bright Lights Big Night for Cullen Jones
Cullen Jones qualifies for his 2nd individual Olympic event by winning the 50 free at US Olympic Trials.
Anthony Ervin is headed back to the Olympics
Anthony Ervin takes 2nd place in the 50 free at Olympic Trials with a personal best of 21.60.
Katie Ledecky Qualifies for London 2012 at Age 15
Not only is Katie Ledecky young, she’s almost a babe on the national stage. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Gary Hall, Jr & Gary Hall Sr. Talk About the 50 Free Final
Video interviewer is Katrina Radke, Olympian and author of Be Your Best Without the Stress.
More Analysis
2016 US Olympic Swimming Trials, Omaha Venue Photo Vault
A glance back at the 2012 US Olympic Trials Omaha Venue (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
USA Swimming to Announce Site of 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials
“USA Swimming, in collaboration with the United States Olympic Committee, will announce the host city for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Swimming via an exclusive, live webcast Saturday, April 27 at 4 p.m. MDT.”
Greensboro Latest Eliminated From Race for 2016 Olympic Trials, Leaving Three Candidates
Greensboro was the smallest of all of the finalists in the bidding for the 2016 US Olympic Trials hosting duties. (Photo Courtesy: Greensboro Coliseum Complex)
Decision on Olympic Trials Host Just 6 Weeks Away
USA Swimming’s Mike Unger shares the process that the 5 remaining Olympic Trials bids will go through.
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Better Know an Olympic Trials Bid: St. Louis’ Edward Jones Dome Offers Size, Accessibility
St. Louis’ cavernous Edward Jones Dome will be scaled down if selected as host of the 2016 Olympic Trials.
Update: Jacksonville Olympic Bid for Only 10,000 Seat Arena
In an update to our “Better Know an Olympic Trials Bid” piece, the City of Jacksonville has released more information…
Better Know an Olympic Trials Bid City: Jacksonville, 2016
Jacksonville, Florida, the “Bold New City of the South”. (Photo Courtesy: Jon Zander)
Better Know a Bid: San Antonio, 2016 U.S. Olympic Trials
San Antonio’s iconic Alamodome is one of 6 bidders for the Trials and would include 2 warmup pools. (Photo Courtesy: Nick Juhasz)
USA Swimming Names 6 Finalists for 2016 Olympic Trials Hosting
St. Louis, Missouri was one of the surprise finalists for the 2016 Olympic Trials. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
100% Clean Samples from US Olympic Trials
All of the action from Trials remained in the pool, not doping control (Photo Courtesy: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)
Olympic Trials, Another Photo Point of View
Mike Lewis, unlike the featured photo, was not in the photogragher horde fighting for deck space to capture the right…
The Anthony Ervin Olympic Photo Vault
At SwimSwam we got a lot of requests to create a photo-spread on swimming star & comeback kid, Anthony Ervin….
After a big meet
Dear Katrina, I just finished my biggest meet of the season, the Olympic Trials. I didn’t do what I wanted….
“Great Scott!”
“Great Scott” as defined by several different sources, is an exclamation of surprise, amazement or dismay. There are two possible…
US Olympic Trials Pick ‘Em by Engine: Final Contest Results
550 swim fans enter, 1 swim freak leaves
Dave Reminds Gary that He Was in Omaha to Watch a Swim Meet
David: Well reader, we have a really special plog for you today, so thanks for tuning in.
Pisces “the Fish” Most Common US Olympic Zodiac Sign
Rebecca Soni is one of 13 American Olympians who identify with the fish, and other fun (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Pros vs. Joes on US Olympic Swim Team
Katie Ledecky is one of 14 amateur swimmers on the women’s team, which tells a much different tale than the men’s roster (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
