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Miami Hurricanes Sign Six

University of Miami swimming & diving coaches Andy Kershaw and Randy Ableman announced the addition of six freshmen to the roster for the 2014-15 season.

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Malmsten AB renews Top Partnership with World Aquatics Convention

Dr. Julio C. Maglione, FINA President: “A long-term supporter of both FINA and the Convention, Malmsten is very passionate in their on-going commitment to improving the Aquatic environment.”

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2014 Canadian Swimming Congress in Calgary This Week

The 2014 Canadian Swimming Congress will bring together hundreds of coaches, officials and swimming leaders for a week-long set of meetings, education and awards in Calgary.

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International Homes of Cedar, Inc. Announces New Spokesperson, Gold Medalist Rowdy Gaines

“This was simply a natural fit for me. “said Rowdy Gaines. Our family built an IHC home from the ground up on the beach in Florida over 30 years ago. I grew up spending the weekends and summers there. It was my escape.”

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Amy Van Dyken-Rouen To Give Keynote at US Olympic and Paralympic Assembly

The two-day event – themed “Power of Sport” – will be highlighted by an awards dinner featuring six-time Olympic gold medalist Amy Van Dyken-Rouen as the keynote speaker, and Tamron Hall, co-host of NBC’s TODAY show and MSNBC’s NewsNation, as host.

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NC State Hosts Swim Across America in Raleigh Featuring Olympians and World Champions

The Triangle Water Festival will feature Olympic Gold Medalist David Fox, Olympic Silver Medalist Elaine Breeden, Puerto Rican Olympian Dan Velez, and Open Water World Champion Ashley Twichell.

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Coach David Marsh: Fishing Wisdom For Swimmers and Swim Coaches

SwimMAC CEO/Coach David Marsh shared this message with his staff, something he does often, always striving to guide and mentor the swimming family. We asked if David would allow us to share it with you. Thankfully he said ok.

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Swimming Canada Announces 2014 FINA SC World Championship Team

John Atkinson: “This is a strong, targeted group that will perform competitively at the international level.” (Featured Image: Hilary Caldwell)

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Swim Music Video: LaGuardia Aquatic Club Twisters

Swim Music Video is courtesy of LaGuardia Aquatic Club Twisters.

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Swim Job: Wichita Swim Club seeks Director of Aquatic Programming / Swim School

Under the Supervision of the General Manager/Head Coach the Aquatics Programming Director is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the success of the Wichita Swim Club’s aquatic programs.

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China dominates Junior Diving Championships in Penza

China dominated the 2014 edition of the FINA World Junior Diving Championships, organised from September 9-14 in Penza (RUS), by getting 14 medals (including seven titles out of the 14 events at stake).

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Swim Job: Palo Alto Stanford Aquatics / Stanford Campus Site seeks Senior Group Coach

Palo Alto Stanford Aquatics is seeking a part-time coach to assist with the Senior Group. PASA-Stanford Campus is a leading swim program and PASA is a nationally recognized team for competitive swimming excellence.

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10 Cool Underwater Swimming Photos

If you’re a regular on SwimSwam then you know the work of photographer Mike Lewis.  Mike’s unique way of capturing swimming…

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Swim Job: Somerset Valley YMCA seeks an Associate Director

Somerset Valley YMCA consists of over 450 swimmers with a budget size of $650,000 which operates out of a 20,000 square foot aquatics facility in Bridgewater, NJ with a 10-lane lap pool and various regional satellite facilities.

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Two Dolfin-Sponsored Swimmers Tie the Knot

Dolfin Swimwear is proud to announce the marriage of sponsored athletes Michael Klueh and Emily Brunemann on Saturday, September 6,…

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