Articles by Braden Keith

“Xop the Drop” Unveiled as Mascot of 2013 World Championships

The Royal Spanish Swimming Federation and FINA have unveiled “Xop,” a gigantic drop of water, as the official mascot of…

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Park Drops 3:44 400 Free on Zajac Day 2

Australia’s Stephanie Rice had another prelims scare, but came back to win the 200 IM on day 2. (Photo Courtesy: ©TIm Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Maclin Davis; Kate Ziegler Big Winners at Grand Challenge Night 2

Saturday was day 2 of the Speedo Grand Challenge, hosted by Irvine NovAquatics in Southern California, with some great pros…

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Terakawa Goes 4th-Ranked Time in World in 200 Back at Japan Open

In addition to Terakawa’s fireworks, butterflier Yuka Kato took down a National Record. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Kawecki Breaks Euro Champs Record on Day 6; Bateman Wins Big Swimoff

Florida Gator Sarah Bateman had one of the more exciting swims of day 6, even though it wasn’t in a final.

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Coaching Carousel: Pitt, Louisville Looking for Assistants

As the coaching carousel continues to turn in college swimming, three more programs have posted listings looking for new assistants:…

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Leisel Lethal Again at Zajac Day 1

Australia’s breaststroke queen looked healthy again in the 100 breast in Vancouver. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Soni Outduels Hardy on Grand Challenge Night 1

Rebecca Soni and Jessica Hardy had a classic showdown in Irvine (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Aya Terakawa Breaks Japanese Record at Japan Open

It wasn’t by much, but Terakawa’s 100 back was good for a new all-time mark.

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USA Swimming Names Junior Open Water World Championships, Pan Pac Teams

12 junior swimmers will represent the US Internationally in open water in August. (Photo Courtes: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)

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Sprint News 5/25/12: Alabama Hires Pursley’s Daughter; Danish Head Gets Extension

It’s a family affair in Tuscaloosa, and elite Danish swimmers like Jeanette Ottesen will keep their coach through to Rio. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Norwegians Honor Oen With Two Titles on Day 5

“Much like Dale Oen lifted his country from tragedy at last year’s World Championships, we heard echoed from his former teammates that they would do the same – band together and lift each other up now that he is gone.” (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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10&Under 50 Back NAG Record Goes Down Again

New Jersey is the king of 10 & under backstrokers right now, as the state is home to two of…

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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)

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Stanford Promotes Ted Knapp as New Head Men’s Coach

The Cardinal looked internally for their next head coach. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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