State Champion 500 Counter Commits to East Northwestern State University of the South
“Lap counting at the collegiate level has been a dream of mine ever since I discovered numbers at the age of two,” McGregor said in a statement.
Silver Linings: Changes within the NCAA Championship
The CSCAA has shown it is willing to make difficult decisions. Will it respond constructively to this year’s changes and the criticism in the aftermath?
White Water Method: The Real Reason Your Swimmers Avoid Dryland
If your swimmers avoid dryland, show up late, or just go through the motions, it’s easy to assume it’s a motivation problem.
Stop Letting Comparison Hijack Your Confidence
When doubt and negative self-talk creep in, use the THINK acronym—is it true, necessary, inspiring, necessary or kind—to get back on track.
TV Points vs Real Points: 27% of Men’s NCAA Scoring Happened Off The Broadcast
Although Texas won the title by 29.5 points over Florida, only three points separated the two teams based on what we saw on TV.
Shouts From The Stands: A Hard No For Me at U.S. Open Water Nationals
“Benderson Park might be easier for the organizers and governing bodies, but it should be the athletes, and the safety of the athletes, that come first.”
West Fargo Boys Turn State Meet Into Statement
West Fargo did something that almost never happens in high school sports: the Packers captured all 12 events on the way to their third-straight state title.
How Much Do B-Finals Matter at NCAAs?
Texas signed off with a National title in Joe Schooling’s final season in Austin – without ‘B’ finals that would not have been the case
Kelly Palace Breaks Another Masters World Record at SaddleBrooke Winter Distance Invitational
Palace celebrates her Masters world-record swim in the women’s 65–69 LCM 800 free at the Oro Valley Aquatic Center, set against the Santa Catalina Mountains.
The Joy of the Moment: The Lesson of Alyssa Liu For Swimmers
Alyssa demonstrated that you can reach your goals by focusing on the joy and feeling you get from having the opportunity to do what you love in that moment.
Believing In The 1%
“Watching my sons put their heart and soul into their high school team is what makes me proud. Not medals. Not accolades. But integrity.”
Shouts From The Stands: I Wouldn’t Be Where I Am Without The Marshall Swim & Dive Program
Marshall swim & dive helped turn young swimmers into mentors and coaches. Now, Huntington faces an uncertain future without it.
Olympian’s Dad Helps St. Pete Masters Break 240–279 Mixed 800 Free National Record
Bill Fallon, Erika Braun, Kelly Palace and Dewey Haviland of St. Pete Masters teamed up to set the Masters National Record in the SCM mixed 800 Free Relay.
Every Long Swim Is a Conversation With Yourself
Some swimmers love the quiet. They love the rhythm, the sound of the water, the way their mind drifts. I don’t. I need a plan.
