Articles by Braden Keith

Toronto Titans Announce Blake Pieroni & Anton McKee as Newest ISL Additions

Blake Pieroni is the 2nd LA Current sprinter to defect north of the border to the upstart Toronto Titans this week.

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LEN Postpones 2020 European Aquatics Championships; Considering August or 2021

The Duna Arena in Budapest was scheduled to host 3 disciplines at the 2020 European Aquatics Championships. The event has been delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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International Swimming League Will Add 100 IM to Schedule in 2020-2021

World Record holder Vlad Morozov becomes even more valuable in year 2 of the ISL thanks to the addition of the ultimate sprint event: the 100 IM.

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Toronto Titans Add Kayla Sanchez, Michael Chadwick to 2020-2021 ISL Roster

Kayla Sanchez was one of the breakout stars from year 1 of the ISL, ranking 13th overall in MVP scoring for the champion Energy Standard club.

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NCAA D2 Champ and German International Alex Kunert Votes “No” to 2020 Olympics

24-year old Alex Kunert, who just finished his sophomore season at Queens University in the US, is part of a training group that is able to swim in Berlin.

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On the Anniversary of Kenneth To’s Death, Caring Remains the Greatest Legacy

Kenneth To died one year ago today, and his caring, humble, and compassionate approach to people seems more relevant today than ever.

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8-Time Ohio High School Coach of the Year Dan Peterkoski Retires

Dan Peterkoski won 11 girls’ swimming state titles and 12 girls’ water polo state titles in 17 seasons at Upper Arlington High School.

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Swimming Canada Cancels Open Water Trials; Evaluating Late-June Pool Trials

Swimming Canada has cancelled one trials event and has announced a target date for another.

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Top 10 College Seniors Ready to Make the Jump to the ISL

With a jump from 8 to 10 teams in the league, and an expansion from 7 meets to 27, there is going to be a dramatic rise in the need for athletes…

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Penn State Men’s Swimming & Diving Team Participate in $11.7 Million THON Event

Penn State’s annual THON fundraiser has raised $167 million to fight childhood cancer in 47 years, including $11.7 million in 2020.

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(UPDATED) 3 of the United States’ Largest Swim Clubs Suspend Training

NCAP, home to US National Team swimmer Phoebe Bacon, is working on a plan for its 22 Olympic Trials qualifiers to have “limited” practices.

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Energy Standard Will Host 2020-2021 ISL Opener in Paris, France

The defending champions Energy Standard are expected to host the season-opening meet of season 2 of the ISL in Paris for the first time.

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David Fitch Undercuts NCAA D3 Record in *Unofficial* Time Trial

In a week where the biggest headlines have been about people not swimming, on Friday Kenyon’s David Fitch gave D3 fans something to cheer about.

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David Fitch Breaks Pool Record in Kenyon’s “Most Epic Time Trial Ever”

NCAA Division III powerhouse Kenyon is holding an intrasquad time trial event for its NCAA Championship qualifying swimmers.

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Australian Swimmer Shayna Jack Given 4-Year Anti-Doping Suspension; Will Appeal

4-time World Championship medalist Shayna Jack has been given a 4-year suspension by the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Association.

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