Swim Mom Musings: College Sports In The COVID Era
“We are being challenged now in ways we might have never imagined. But there are lessons to be learned and victories to be realized.”
Shouts From The Stands: NCAA Swimming Should Be a Spring Sport For 2020-21
“If we want to save our seasons for our teams and athletes, now is the time to take bold action,” says Franklin & Marshall head coach Ben Delia.
Swim Mom: Help Your Child Handle Disappointment
How our kids are handling disappointment may vary from day to day and is challenging to say the least. It’s also stressful and worrisome for parents, too.
Swim Advice For Non-Swimming Moments: Reflections From A Forthcoming Swammer
“We remain the same people we were before COVID-19, just now with more experience. With that, I remind you all to #SwimOn.”
Is Fitness The Key To Swimming Faster? Are You Sure?
Janet Evans, one of the greatest freestylers of all-time, had one attribute that towered over her competition: her breathing ranges.
Shouts From The Stands: 2022 Men’s NCAA Swimming Dual Meet Championships
What could college swimming look like in two years if the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect sports competitions?
How Breaststroke Became Two Strokes, And How One Swimmer Took Full Advantage
When butterfly split from breaststroke and a fourth stroke was created, Don Kutyna launched from mediocrity to national prominence.
4D Swimming Part II: Questions and Phenomena
Part II of the series looks at the phase one findings and the that arose interesting questions, along with explanations on phenomena we see regularly.
“Go Laura Go!”: The Passion Lives On
Malaysian native Laura Atkinson shares her journey on coming over to the U.S. to swim in college while also pursuing a degree in entrepreneurship.
Swimming Among the Olympians, A Memoir
Chris McClelland details training with the Florida Gators in the 1980s. “It is something that no one can take away. A once in a lifetime experience.”
Shouts From The Stands: Swimmers During COVID-19
Ultimately, the pain that we suffer from swimming, even if it’s the first week back, is far less than the pain of sitting at home and doing nothing.
No Limits
After an accident early in life left him paralyzed, Dan Butler won three Paralympic gold medals while also forging a successful law career. He died in May.
Ask Swim Mom: When Will My Child Move Up?
Although some kids possibly are overlooked for moving up through the ranks, usually there is a reason why coaches keep kids in certain groups.
Early Morning Training and Sleep Deprivation: Facts and Solutions
Even though the importance of sleep is scientifically proven, changing the culture of our sport will be a long and challenging process.
Swim Mom: The Secret To Motivating Our Kids
The best way to encourage our kids to put down video games and phones is not by bribing or threatening them — but by inspiring them.
