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.
Augustana University Announces Addition of Men’s Swimming for 2021-2022
After adding a women’s swimming program for the 2016-2017 season, Augustana University will add both diving and men’s swimming for 2021-2022.
New Jersey Delays Start of HS Swimming Season until February
Swimming has been put in the newly-created “season 2A,” along with indoor track & field, as schools have struggled with pool availability.
16-Year Old Faith Johnson of Rocket Aquatics Hits First Olympic Trials Standard
16-year old Faith johnson of Rocker Aquatics in Wisconsin hit her first Olympic Trials cut in a time trial event on Thursday.
2018 Youth Olympic Games Participant Bibigul Menlibaeva Suspended for 2 Years
Menlibaeva tested positive for a banned substance at the 2019 Asian Age Group Swimming Championships in India, where she placed 6th in the 50 breaststroke.
Italy Will Require Clear Coronavirus Test to Compete in National Meets
As cases continue to rise in Italy, the country looks like it’s headed for a 2nd-straight month of tighter restrictions against coronavirus.
ISL Will Experiment With New 800 Free During This Weekend’s Grand Final
US Open Record holder Zane Grothe will be among the participants in this weekend’s experimental 800 free in Budapest, Hungary.
