Junior Synchro: Four Titles Swept Away by Russia in Kazan
The 15th FINA World Junior Synchronised Swimming Championships came to a close on Wednesday July 13 at the Aquatics Palace of Kazan, Russia, as the host nation asserted itself by grabbing the four titles on offer over the five-day competition.
USA Women To Host Russia In Final Tune-Up Before Rio Starting July 21
The 2016 U.S. Olympic Women’s Water Polo Team has just one final tune-up before the Olympic Games begin on August 9 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Marshall Hires UMBC’s Brandt Nigro
Brandt Nigro has been named Head Assistant Swimming Coach at Marshall University, as announced today by Head Coach Bill Tramel.
Rockets Finalize Coaching Staff for 2016-17 Season
The University of Toledo rounded out its new women’s swimming and diving coaching staff with the addition of Milana Socha and Gabriella Agostino, head coach Jonas Persson announced on Friday.
Tom Eickelberg Named Head Swimming Coach at New Paltz
Tom Eickelberg, who most recently served as an assistant coach at Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pa., has been named the head swimming coach at the State University of New York at New Paltz.
Utah Hires Herbie Behm as Assitant Coach
The University of Utah has a new addition to its staff after bringing on Herbie Behm as their assistant coach beginning the 2016-17 season. Behm will join the Utes after formerly working with Phoenix Swim Club in Arizona.
Felipe Silva Pops 59.90 in 100 Breast at Tune Up Meet in Brazil
The men’s 100 breast duo of Felipe Silva and Joao Gomes, who both could battle for a podium finish in Rio, got in a practice run at this meet. Silva worked on his back half speed in the race, charging to a quick 59.90.
International Olympians Tune Up with Wins at Orlando Sectionals
Last weekend’s Orlando Sectionals saw some international stars tuning up their races before they head to Rio to represent their respective countries. One of the biggest swims of the meet came in the 200 back, where Matea Samardzic broke her own Croatian record to win the event in 2:09.11.
Michael Phelps Talks 400 Free Relay, Taper Strategy, and Boomer (Video)
On Sunday afternoon, Olympic great Michael Phelps sat down to answer fans’ questions on Facebook Live. In the video, he talked about his training in the lead up to Rio and the challenges that lie ahead at the Games, specifically the men’s 400 free relay.
Coleman, Alshammar Battle in 100 Free on Day 5 of 2016 Swedish Nationals
Swedish Olympic veterans Michelle Coleman and Therese Alshammar battled it out in the women’s 100 free on the final day of the 2016 Swedish Nationals.
Fantakis Joins Duke Blue Devils as Volunteer Assistant
Duke head swimming and diving coach Dan Colella has announced the addition of Niko Fantakis to the Blue Devil staff. Fantakis will serve as a volunteer assistant coach working with the program’s swimmers.
Pickrem, Castillo Pick Up Wins on Night 3 of Austin Sectionals
Mauro Castillo, a swimmer for the Texas A&M men’s squad, swam the 100 breast/100 fly double tonight. He won the 100 breast with a 1:03.39 over Tristen Disibio (1:04.46), giving him a successful sweep of the breaststroke events after his 200 breast win last night.
NIH to Conduct Zika Virus Study Among U.S. Olympic Team Members
In response to concerns about the Zika Virus, which has caused speculations about health risks at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, the National Institute of Health will fund a study to monitor potential infections among members of the U.S. Olympic Team.
2016 Swedish Nationals Day 3: Sjostrom Scorches to 50 Free Win in 24.2
Day 3 of the 2016 Swedish Nationals brought plenty of exciting sprint action, including another win by Sarah Sjostrom in the women’s 50 free.
Ellenstein to Attempt Guinness World Record with 65 Mile Lake Swim
Ultra-distance triathlete Adam Ellenstein will attempt a Guinness World Record for the fastest north-to-south non-stop swim of Okanagan Lake in Penticton, Canada, by swimming 105 kilometers (65 miles) onJuly 25-26.
