Panziera Lands On All-Time Women’s 200 SCM Back Performer List
Margherita Panziera produced a new Italian National Record in the 200 backstroke while competing at the Campionato Italiano Open in Riccione this weekend, landing her among the top performers ever in the SCM version of the event.
Silvia Scalia Produces SCM 50 Back Italian National Record
Silvia Scalia clocked a new Italian National Record in the women’s SCM 50 backstroke sprint over the weekend.
27-Year-Old Veteran Marco Orsi Clocks 100 IM Italian National Record
Taking on the men’s SCM 100 IM this weekend in Riccione, 27-year-old Marco Orsi cranked out a winning effort of 51.57, crushing his own previous Italian Record of 51.76.
Ceccon Continues Breakout Year; Downs Kolesnikov’s 200 IM EJR
While competing in Riccione this weekend, young gun Thomas Ceccon fired off a new European Junior Record and Italian Senior Record in the men’s 200m IM.
Richards Continues British Junior Record Siege At Wales C’ships
Young gun Matt Richards did more damage on night 2 of the Swim Wales Winter Championships.
California 15-Year-Old Dies In High School Swim Session Of 57 Swimmers
A California school district is being sued by the parents of 15-year-old Ben Curry, a student who drowned while treading water in a crowded swim class. The parents’ suit alleges that the teacher was distracted by his cell phone and not watching the kids.
Jervis Notches Fast 400, Richards Nabs British Jr Rec At Wales C’ships
Commonwealth Games gold medalist Alys Thomas was on-hand at the Wales National Pool, giving young Matt Richards his gold in the 100m butterfly tonight at the Short Course Championships.
Beyond The Lane Lines: Blinged Out Swim Cap
Learn about the most expensive swim cap, Ross Edgley’s special recognition and more in this edition of Beyond the Lane Lines.
Headed To Hangzhou: Morozov Primed For Sprints, Pieroni Takes On 200
Russian Vlad Morozov put on a sprint clinic over the course of the FINA World Cup. Will he have enough gas left to defend his lane against the likes of British powerhouse Ben Proud and Americans Caeleb Dressel and Michael Andrew?
Commonwealth Games Medalist Clareburt Honored With Māori Award
Surprise Commonwealth Games bronze medalist Lewis Clareburt earned another accolade, adding to his impressive breakout year.
Provisional Entry List Published For 2018 Short Course World C’ships
Ben Proud is just 1 of 3 British athletes set to compete in Hangzhou, where powerhouses Japan, China, Russia and the United States are bringing upwards of 30+ competitors.
Swim Wales Winter C’ships Kick-off On November 30th
Commonwealth Games gold medalist Alys Thomas will get a bit of racing in this weekend, competing at the 2018 Swim Wales Winter Championships (SCM).
2020 U.S. Olympic Trials Pools May Stay In Omaha
Whereas the temporary pools constructed for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Trials traveled elsewhere once their purpose was fulfilled in Omaha, the pools set to be constructed for the 2020 Trials in the same city may be staying closer to home.
Junior Pan Pacs Gold Medalist Pallister Excels At Livesaving C’ships
Lani Pallister (right), already a champion at Junior Pan Pacs, helped her squad take gold at the Aussie Lifesaving Championships.
McSharry Fires Off 2 SCM Irish National Records In Ulster
Ireland’s Mona McSharry produced new national standards across the 50 freestyle and 100 IM at the Ulster Short Course Championships recently.
