Articles by Madeline Folsom

2025 Swammy Awards: Comeback Swimmer of the Year

Luca Urlando came back from three shoulder dislocations and missing the 2021 Olympic Team to win the gold in the 200 fly at the 2025 World Championships.

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2025 Swammy Awards: Age Group Swimmer of the Year — 10&Under

Annabelle Hayes won the 2025 Swammy Award for the Top 10 & Under girl’s swimmer of the year after she led the nation in 11 events.

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Australian Swimming’s Former Physiotherapist Peter John Wells Accused of Sexual Assault

Former Australian Swimming Olympic physiotherapist Peter John Wells is facing charges for sexual assault and indecent assault.

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“What Are Our Goals?” Michael Phelps Responds to USOPTC Policy

Michael Phelps posted a comment on his Instagram story about the new USOPTC policy disallowing international swimmers during 2028.

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UCLA Scores Buzzer Beater to Win Men’s NCAA Water Polo Championship

The UCLA Bruins won their 2nd straight NCAA title in men’s Water Polo, upsetting the No. 1 USC Trojans with a last minute point to win 11-10.

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“Katie Ledecky Was My Goliath”: Ariarne Titmus Talks About Rivalry After Retirement

Ariarne Titmus referred to Katie Ledecky as the “Goliath” to her “David” in an interview after announcing her retirement.

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International Swimmer USOPTC Policy Only for 2028 Olympic Year

The USOPC policy disallowing international athletes at the OPTC in 2028 will only be in effect for the 2028 Olympic year.

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Beginning in 2028 International Swimmers Will No Longer Be Allowed at the USOTC

Beginning in 2028, international athletes will no longer be allowed to swim at the United States Olympic Training Center.

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USA Swimming Names 1,741 Athletes to 2025 Scholastic All-America (Full Lists)

Worlds team member Brinkleigh Hansen earned was one of 1,741 athletes to earn a spot on USA Swimming’s 2025 Scholastic All-American list.

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2025 Swammy Awards: Oceanian Female Swimmer of the Year — Kaylee McKeown

For the 3rd year in a row, Kaylee McKeown wins the Swammy for Oceanian Female swimmer of the year after solidifying her reign as the World’s best backstroker.

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CSCAA Division III December Dual Meet Polls Leave Emory Women At Top While Denison Men Jump

The reigning DIII NCAA Champion Denison men’s team (above) moved back into first in the December edition of the CSCAA Dual Meet Polls.

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Tampa Women Move to Top of DII CSCAA Dual Meet Polls, Drury Men Maintain Lead

The Drury men have maintained their spot at the top of the CSCAA December Dual Meet Polls while the Tampa women have jumped to the top.

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Hanna Rosvall and Victor Johansson Each Win Three Events At the 2025 Swedish SC Championships

Victor Johansson (above) won three events at the 2025 Swedish SC Champs just three days after wrapping up the SC European Champs.

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Luka Mijatovic Drops 14:30.01 Mile To Take Seven Seconds Off 15-16 NAG Record

Pleasanton Seahawks 16-year-old Luka Mijatovic set a new NAG Record in the 1650 freestyle, swimming 14:30.01 to take seven seconds off his own record.

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Thomas Penny Moves Up To #2 All-Time Australian 13-Year-Old With 1:56.90 200 Free

Thomas Penny, 13, swam 1:56.90 in the boys 200 freestyle to move up to 2nd all-time in the boys 13-year-old Australia age rankings.

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