Darby Galbraith Commits to Virginia Tech After Initial William & Mary Choice
Galbraith, whose older brother swims for the recently-reinstated William & Mary program, wound up re-committing to Virginia Tech after the initial cut.
10 Swimmers Who Broke Through in the 2020 ISL Season
Beata Nelson’s first season as a professional swimmer saw her as the ISL’s 2nd-ranked rookie in terms of MVP points scored.
Survey: 44 New Jersey Indoor Pool Operators Report No Spread of Coronavirus
A survey by the New Jersey Swim Safety Alliance turned up no reported cases of spread of coronavirus at 44 of the state’s indoor pools.
The Iron Swimmers of the 2020 ISL Season: 200M+ High Point Scorers
Hali Flickinger told Mark Foster in a post race interview that she didn’t really like the 400 IM, but was happy to swim it for her team anyway.
Ave Maria University (NAIA) in Florida Adds Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving
The school of almost 1,200 undergraduates in southwest Florida has announced a big expansion of its athletics program, including the addition of men’s and women’s swimming & diving programs.
#6 Recruit Lillie Nordmann Is in California, but Not Enrolled at Stanford
Though Lillie Nordmann raced at this weekend’s Stanford Invite, she is still not planning to compete for the Cardinal varsity squad this season.
Olivia Smoliga Knocks 4-Tenths of a Second Off Her American Record in 100 Back
Olivia Smoliga punctuated her 2020 ISL season with a new American Record in the women’s 100 backstroke to win in the Grand Finale.
British Mid-D Rising: Freya Anderson and Duncan Scott Take Out 200 Free Records
London Roar teammates Freya Anderson (above) and Duncan Scott are moving in lockstep toward the Tokyo Olympic Games in the 200 free.
Simon Fraser, Only Canadian School in the NCAA, Cancels Winter Sports Seasons
Simon Fraser sophomore Collyn Gagne was the #2 qualifier in the 400 IM at last year’s NCAA Division II Swimming & Diving Championships.
The Case for a Comeback: How Can Energy Standard Challenge After Day 1 Deficit
Energy Standard is down, but not out, heading into day 2 of the International Swimming League grand finale in Budapest, Hungary on Sunday.
Gastaldello, King, and Murphy are in Half-Point Battle for 2nd in MVP Standings
Lilly King is the only of the trio with a ‘skins’ opportunity, but Beryl Gastaldello has a shot at the $80,000 prize for 2nd place.
ISL 2020 Grand Final: Who’s Got the Upper Hand After Day 1? (Data)
The Cali Condors are in the driver’s seat heading into day 2 of the 2020 ISL Grand Final, and stand to extend that lead heading into skins.
After Starting Season With Injury, Nic Fink Swims American Record in ISL Final
Nic Fink missed the Cali Condors’ first two meets of the ISL season, but in the finale, where they need him most, he broke through in the 200 breaststroke.
Swimmer at Indianapolis US Open Site Tests Positive for Coronavirus
According to a letter sent to participants by USA Swimming, the individual who tested positive was at the Natatorium on all 3 days of the US Open meet.
Kate Douglass Swims Fastest 50 Fly Split in History at Tennessee Invite
Douglass also moved into a tie for 5th place in the all-time rankings in the 100 yard fly on day 2 of the 2020 Tennessee Invite.
