Former World Record Holder Ariana Kukors Announces Birth of her First Child
Olympian and former World Record holder Ariana Kukors Smith has given birth to her first child alongside her husband Matthew Smith.
Big Rick’s Chicks Complete Medley Relay Across the English Channel
A group of women from Big Rick’s Swim Team have successfully become the first all-female medley relay to cross the 21-mile English Channel.
USOPC Forms Team USA Council on Racial and Social Justice
At a recent meeting, the USOPC formed the Team USA Council on Racial and Social Justice in wake of recent movements, which includes some aquatic athletes.
Texas A&M Reveals Name of New Swimming and Diving Facility
Texas A&M has officially named its new swimming and diving facility: the Anne S. & Henry B. “Hank” Paup ’70 Pavilion Swimming & Diving.
2021 Winter World University Games Postponed, New Date Will be Announced
The 2021 Winter World University Games have been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The rescheduled dates for the games will be announced soon.
Breaststroker Amelia Schaefer Verbally Commits to Swim for UCONN
Breaststroker Amelia Schaefer of Chantilly, Virginia and Machine Aquatics has verbally committed to swim for the UCONN Huskies.
Michaela Chokureva, Malia Amuan Post 23s in the 50 Free at Phoenix Intrasquad
15 year-old Michaela Chokureva and 16 year-old Malia Amuan both put up several impressive swims at the Phoenix Intrasquad, including a tight battle in the 50.
Futures Qualifier Dariko Djatej Commits to Cal Poly for 2021
Rising high school senior and Futures qualifier Dariko Djatej has verbally committed to Cal Poly SLO beginning in the fall of 2021.
University of Texas Officially Opens the Eddie Reese Outdoor Pool
The University of Texas has officially opened the Eddie Reese Outdoor Pool in honor of the university’s longtime head swim coach.
Stephen Redmond Becomes First to Swim 44 km Around Fastnet Rock
Irish open water swimmer Stephen Redmond has become the first known person to swim the more-than 44 kilometers from Baltimore, Ireland around Fastnet Rock.
Cate Campbell Slated to Participate in AOC’s Well-being Week
The Australian Olympic Committee has announced that sprinting superstar Cate Campbell will be one of twelve athletes participating in Wellbeing Week.
Five-Person Group Successfully Crosses Kaulakahi Channel
Five swimmers from Ala Moana Beach Swim Club have successfully completed a group swim across the 27.3km Kaulakahi Channel in Hawaii.
EPIC SWIM Team Successfully Completes 54-Mile Relay Across Lake Michigan
On August 7, a six person relay team from EPIC SWIM team successfully completed a swim across Lake Michigan, which is the second-largest of the Great Lakes.
Family and Friends Hold Fundraiser for Swimmer Injured in Trampoline Accident
The family of 15-year-old Hank Allen is holding a fundraiser to cover the cost of his medical expenses after he suffered a severe spinal cord injury.
UCONN’s Joshua Wroblewski Posts Video Explaining Reactions to Program Cut
UCONN swimmer Joshua Wroblewski posted a YouTube video discussing his plans and reaction after the school cut the men’s swimming and diving program.
