Germany Closes Pools to All But Professional Swimmers Amid COVID Resurgence
The vast majority of the German Swimming Federation’s 580,000 members will not be allowed to train for a month beginning on Monday.
In-State Backstroker Christian Booth Commits to LSU for Class of 2021
Christian Booth, a senior at Calvary Baptist Academy in Shreveport, has committed to LSU as a member of the class of 2021.
20.9/44.6 Second Sprint Freestyler Jonny Kulow Commits to Arizona State (2022)
Jonny Kulow, a Wyoming Class 3A High School State Champion and record-breaker, has verbally committed for the fall of 2022.
Frenchman Mehdy Metella Swims First Races Since Undergoing Shoulder Surgery
Mehdy Metella, a 2016 Olympic silver medalist, swam his first meet of 2020 last weekend to test his surgically-repaired shoulder.
Renowned Dynamo Masters, Triathlon Coach Anna Maria Thrash Dies at 59
Maria Thrash, who was twice named the Georgia Coach of the Year and trained several of the world’s best Ironman triathletes, has died at age 59.
11 Days Late, Natalie Coughlin Gives Birth to Baby #2 Ozzie
Natalie Coughlin Hall and Ethan Hall gave birth to their 2nd child this week, welcoming Ozzie to the world at 10 pounds, 6 ounces.
Towson Suspends Swimming & Diving Athletes for Violation of Team Rules
Towson University has suspended several members of its swimming & diving program over violations of COVID-19 protocols.
14-Year Old Layton Sealman Swims 58.6 in 100 Yard Breast in Dual Meet
Layton Sealman of the Flatiron Athletic Club has swum a new lifetime best in the 100 yard breaststroke at a dual meet against the Foothills Swim Team.
Cali Condors and IRON Choose Skins Events for ISL 2020 Match #4
The Cali Condors have decided to give Olivia Smoliga a shot at the women’s skins race on Tuesday, opting for the 50 backstroker over the 50 breaststroke.
New York Breakers and Iron Will Come Down to the Wire on Day 2 of ISL Match #4
Emre Sancki has been a breakout star of the 2020 ISL season, and he could be the difference-maker for Iron on Tuesday in a close battle with the Breakers.
Nic Fink Dealing with a Wrist Injury; Expected to Return Week 4 for Condors
Nic Fink of the Cali Condors is expected to return to racing in week 4 of the season, providing the team with a big boost in their weakest discipline.
Marco Koch Takes the ISL’s First 30-Point Jackpot, #7 Performance in History
As part of a Match 2 outburst for the New York Breakers, Marco Koch had the biggest theft of the 2020 ISL season so far.
15-Year Old Ava Whitaker Drops 4 Seconds for 1:58 in 200 Yard Fly
15-year old Ava Whitaker of RACE swam a 1:58 in the 200 yard fly this weekend, which ranks her in the top 8 nationally this season among all ages.
NCAA Alleges “Lack of Head Coach Control” against Arizona’s Augie Busch
The NCAA has charged Arizona with 9 NCAA violations, including a “Lack of Head Coach Control” allegation toward head swimming & diving coach Augie Busch.
The Intrigue in ISL Match 4 Will Not Be in the Win, But in the Battle for 2nd
The New York Breakers have a chance to make a statement in Match 4 of the ISL, but they’ll need vice-captain Michael Andrew to swim better to do so.
