Revisiting The ISL Scoring System: An Analysis of Jackpot Points (Part 3)
As we continue our analysis of the jackpots in the ISL, we find that, despite them causing massive point swings, ultimately they all blend together.
Revisiting The ISL Scoring System: An Analysis of Jackpot Points (Part 2)
Do jackpots actually make much of a difference in the outcome of ISL matches? Part 2 of a four-part series looking at the ISL scoring system.
Revisiting The ISL Scoring System: An Analysis of Jackpot Points (Part 1)
The first of a four-part series that takes a look at the current ISL scoring system and the impact made by jackpot points.
Dysfunction In Club Leadership
Dysfunction in club leadership is a common problem, and many either choose not to address it or feel stuck and don’t know what direction to turn.
The Swimmer’s Advantage
Amidst these difficult times, swimmers have a built-in edge given what they’ve been able to accomplish in simply training in the pool for countless hours.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
A look into a swimmer’s experience with thoracic outlet syndrome and how it can be handled.
The Community of CUMSD: The Unparalleled Beauty of a Close Swim Team
A swimmer’s journey to rekindling his love for the sport by joining a college team as a walk-on and discovering a true brotherhood and community there.
SFTS: It’s Christmas, Don’t Forget About the Person Who Takes Care of Your Pool
For swim coaches that rent pool time, you learn early on who is the most important person at each pool………. the maintenance person with the keys.
Shouts From The Stands: What If Sarah Sjostrom Had Raced In The NCAA?
Sjostrom has been an absolute dynamo in the ISL swimming short course meters, begging the question: What kind of damage would she gave done in the NCAA?
Using Neuroscience To Overcome Mental Blocks And Optimize Your Nervous System
How research suggests brainspotting can help you overcome mental hurdles and achieve optimal performance.
A ‘Normal’ Thanksgiving Swimming Feast Before the Actual Thanksgiving Feast
After a one-year hiatus, the Walnut Creek Masters annual ‘Thanksgiving Feast’ set has made its triumphant return.
Shouts From The Stands: Was Ledecky’s Tokyo 200 Free A Fluke?
With the 200/1500 double, Ledecky was well off her season-best time and finished outside of the podium in the women’s 200 free in Tokyo.
Shouts From The Stands: Bolles – A League Of Their Own
Bolles is a juggernaut in Florida, a Goliath of swimming in the entire nation, and perhaps the most dominating team in the history of sports.
Frontline Workers Honored At Budapest World Cup With 4×25 Relay
The Hungarian Swimming Association showed their appreciation for frontline workers at the Budapest leg of the FINA World Cup with a relay against musicians.
The Swimmers’ Shoulder
Swimmers, on average, can perform 30,000 rotations of each shoulder per WEEK in the pool, putting a significant amount of stress on the shoulders.