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New Paltz Women Triumph over Ramapo

A well-rounded effort from top to bottom helped the State University of New York at New Paltz women’s swimming team claim a 160-97 victory over Ramapo College in its 2013-14 home opener at Elting Pool Saturday. The Hawks posted the fastest time in 12 of the 14 events contested.

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Denver Tops Air Force at Pink Meet

“We’re always excited to pick up a win,” head coach Brian Schrader said. “I think Air Force brought a good challenge today and our girls responded event by event which was fun to watch.”

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St. Bonaventure Edges LaSalle at the Spire Institute

The St. Bonaventure men’s swimming & diving team defeated LaSalle 207-125 at the Spire Institute on Saturday.The Bonnies started the meet…

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Lundgren Launches 80 Mile Cortez Swim in less than 3 Days

“I just want to share my passion and hopefully inspire others to connect with theirs. I believe connecting with nature will inspire stewardship for earth. Eco Alianza is an important organization to me because they are stewards of the Sea and its surrounding region. If I can inspire folks to support Eco Alianza I will achieve more than I ever dreamed swimming across the Sea.”

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WRMS to Host International Coaching Clinic

Dr. Brent Rushall is coming to Brantford March 22-23, 2014 to present a clinic on Ultra Short Race Pace Training. Dr. Rushall will also cover many key aspects of technical development for swimmers.

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Tigers Open POD Meet At George Mason

“Our guys swam well,” Mead said. “Noah had an unbelievable swim and he was a standout for us. Brech has been very consistent and has gotten faster. He’s doing exactly what we want.”

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Arena Celebrates U.S. National Team’s World Championship Dominance with Limited Edition National Team-Themed Suit and Full Line Racing Suit Special

“I am so excited to be able to debut this suit in Barcelona,” said U.S. National Team swimmer Megan Romano. “I take a lot of confidence in knowing that I’m wearing the fastest suit in the market, and I love the patriotism of the red, white and blue design.”

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ISHOF Announces Class Of 2014 Australia’s Grant Hackett Leads Group of 12

The International Swimming Hall of Fame today announced results of the International Selection Committee’s vote for the Class of 2014. Led by Australian swimmer Grant Hackett, this year’s class of 12, represents eight different nations.

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Denver Women’s Swimming and Diving Hosts Air Force

“We’re glad to be hosting Air Force women this weekend,” head coach Brian Schrader said. ”I think they are one of the most improved programs in Division I over the last three seasons and they are going to be some great competition for us Saturday.”

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Virginia Swimmer Parker Camp Recaps Training and Swim Meets Ahead

Video and copy courtesy of VirginiaSports.com: Virginia senior swimmer Parker Camp (Brentwood, Tenn.) talks to VirginiaSports.com about the Cavaliers’ first meet, goals…

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Adele – Skyfall – An Aquazot Music Video

Adele’s epic “Skyfall” is soulfully smooth, melancholy, and tragic…the perfect soundtrack for a swim team facing an epic workout. See swimmer and filmmaker Corey Okubo’s vision here…

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Halloween Banana Swimmer On The Run – Video

SwimSwam received reports yesterday, October 31st, 2013, of a banana on the run. Several eyewitnesses said the banana was, in…

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Scott Clausen Swimming Photo Vault

Clausen is primarily a freestyle specialist. He will be in Salo’s “long spirit” group no doubt (at USC), because the longer the race gets the faster Clausen goes.

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FINIS Announces Sponsorship of Mallory Weggemann

“We are extremely lucky to have such an incredible swimmer join our team,” said FINIS President John Mix. “It would be enough if all she did were win gold medals and set world records, but this young woman is so remarkable on her own. Her drive, her will to succeed, to overcome adversity; we can all learn a lot from Mallory Weggemann.”

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Luke Lechner Verbally Commits to UNC Tar Heels

“Chapel Hill stoodout to me because of their outstanding academics and amazing swim team,” Lechner said. “The team atmosphere and coaching staff is phenomenal, and I cannot wait to be a part of the team next year.”

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