As SwimSwam Surpasses 20,000 Facebook Fans, a Chance to Give Back
2012 was a banner year for us here at SwimSwam. That’s because it was our first year. As I write…
Michigan, Eastern Michigan to Shoot For Unusual Records in 20-Yard Dual
Michigan coach Mike Bottom is constantly pushing the envelope in the sport of swimming.
Wayland Baptist University Adds New College Swimming program in Texas
Wayland Baptist University in Plainview, Texas (in the panhandle, about midway between Lubbock and Amarillo) announced earlier this week that…
After Two-Year Wait, Indian Swimmer Hit with Two-Year Doping Ban
In what was headline news in India, three swimmers (and 11 athletes total) in India who had been appealing doping suspensions…
Missy Franklin Kicks Off HS Season with 4 State Qualifying Times
Missy Franklin kicked off her last season of high school swimming with two individual wins and four state qualifying times (Stock photo courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
2012 SWAMMY AWARD: Female Swimmer of the Year
There are a lot of women who won a lot of medals in 2012. We had to reach beyond the golds and silvers to find the best recipient for this award. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Missy Franklin Named Colorado Amateur Athlete of the Year; Bonnie Brandon Wins HS Award
After a great Olympics, Missy Franklin picked up a second-straight Colorado Hall of Fame award. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Vlad Dips Under 20 Seconds in USC Season Debut
The USC Trojans, Wisconsin Badgers, and Boise State Broncos (women) were all taking in their holiday training in the newest…
Istanbul, Tokyo, and Madrid Officially Hand Over Bids for 2020 Olympic Games
The existing 5,000 seat facility at the Tatsumi International Aquatic Centre in Tokyo would serve as one portion of a massive aquatics complex for the 2020 Olympics.
Texas A&M Men Add 23.3 Long Course Israeli Sprinter for Spring Semester
A&M’s John Dalton, seen above at last year’s NCAA Championships, has gotten a new relay partner for the spring semester. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Indiana-Purdue Women’s Dual Meet to be Televised for Second-Straight Year
Last year was so nice, the Big Ten decided to make it twice. For the second-straight season, the Indiana-Purdue dual…
USA Swimming Announces $150,000 in Grand Prix Prize Money
Tyler Clary will be among the athletes competing at the Austin Grand Prix, which will begin a new era in the series. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Felicia Lee Looks Sharp for Stanford in Return from Shoulder Surgery
College Swimming News: “Felicia Lee looked really good in her return to collegiate competition on Saturday.” (Stock image, Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Chase Kalisz Leads Georgia Men to Tri-Meet Victory in College Debut
Chase Kalisz (above) made his NCAA debut on Friday, and his teammate Amber McDermott won twice in return from injury. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
FINA Names Franklin, Phelps World Swimmers of the Year
For the 2nd straight year, high schooler Missy Franklin has been named the world’s best swimmer. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
