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…
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.
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.”
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.”
Maija Roses Swimming Photo Vault
Roses on her decision to commit to Cal: “For me, the decision came down to how comfortable I felt with the team, coaches, academics and campus.”
Hawkeyes Host Minnesota in Dual Meet Friday Night
The University of Iowa men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams host the University of Minnesota in a conference dual meet Friday night. The dual will be held at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center Pool beginning at 5 p.m. (CT).
Houston to Host Paralympic Gateway to Gold Talent Identification Event
U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer and U.S. Paralympian Casey Tibbs to assist with clinic and share secrets of elite performance.
Tigers Look To Remain Unbeaten At POD Meet
“We always look forward to this meet, as it tends to bring out the best in us,” Towson Head Coach Mead said. “I expect some great diving and swimming this weekend. All three teams are very strong and from top-to-bottom and we will need to bring our best effort.”
Purdue Hosts Notre Dame This Weekend – Video Preview
Lizzy Lyon, Rhiannon Sheets & John Klinge preview Purdue Women’s Swimming & Diving’s home dual meet with Notre Dame.
Paraplegic water polo player Zach Pickett defies odds – Feature Video
Just 15 months after a horrific diving accident leaving him paralyzed from the chest down, Zach Pickett inspires with a quiet and unassuming spirit, a courageous and harrowing story, and a positive and straightforward attitude.
New York Athletic Club Making Waves in Olympic Swimming
Tyler McGill of the NYAC famously kisses his wife after making the 2012 U.S. Olympic Swimming Team in the 100-meter butterfly at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Omaha, Nebraska.
ACC Swimmer of the Week Accolades go to Jonathan Boffa and Alexia Zevnik
Boffa (featured image), a native of Verona, Italy, earned two individual victories in the 100 (44.03) and 200 (1:37.47) freestyle events against Florida State and Georgia Tech to capture ACC Male Swimmer of the Week honors.
NCAA Platform Diving Champion Nick McCrory Earns ACC Diver of the Week Honors
The 2013 NCAA platform diving champion and 2013 ACC Men’s Diver of the Year, McCrory demolished the previous pool records on both springboards Saturday against the Seahawks. He posted NCAA Zone Diving Championship qualifying marks of 445.27 on the 1-meter board and 468.37 at the 3-meter height to sweep both events.
Keri-Anne Payne Life in Open Water – Gold Medal Minute Video
Two-time World Champion and Olympic medalist, Keri-Anne Payne, shares how to live life in open water swimming.
Tony Tuesdays: Azevedo Signs with Sao Paulo Brazil Water Polo Team
Tony Azevedo, aka The Savior, is a 4-time Olympic water polo player, graduate of Stanford, and the current captain of the US…
