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William Jewell Adds Jean Madison As Assistant Coach

Interim Athletic Director Tom Eisenhauer has announced the hiring of Jean Madison as the new full-time Assistant Men’s and Women’s…

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Rowan University Selects Colorado Time Systems For Swimming & Diving

Coach Bowser: “The fans and spectators are going to enjoy its capabilities. I’m most excited about the display’s latest technology and functions for our sport. It will provide a better atmosphere for the meets. We will be able to show videos prior and the times are easier to read.”

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How to Go From ‘Accomplished Athlete’ to ‘Promising Professional’

Athletes entering the workforce face unique challenges. Consider the following on how to maximise your odds of success.

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Top Potential Candidates For the Arizona Head Coaching Job

After the surprising retirement of longtime coach Rick DeMont, the University of Arizona has a head coaching opening, one of the more high-profile job openings in recent memory in college swimming. Though we don’t know exactly what the Arizona athletic department is thinking, here’s a look at some of the top potential candidates for the job.

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Lyle Robelot Named Tulane Women’s Assistant Coach

Lyle Robelot has been hired as assistant coach for Tulane’s women’s swimming and diving program, according to an announcement by…

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Bay Area Standouts Highlight Arena Pro Swim Series At Santa Clara

Many of the United States’ top swimmers – including several Bay Area Olympic medalists – will be in action at…

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The Art of Swipping: Swimming and Slipping

Dr. Gary Hall Sr: “Swipping is a conjoining of the words Swimming and Slipping. Swipping is a new word I invented to describe swimming with the least amount of frontal drag possible.”

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Concordia University Irvine Prepares To Join NCAA

Concordia University Irvine (CUI) is preparing to receive approval from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to become a full…

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Cornell Men Announce Brenneman & Evdokimov As 2017-18 Captains

The Cornell Big Red Men’s Swim and Dive Team has announced two captains for the upcoming season in seniors Jack…

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Fresno State Brings In Stephanie Bartel For 2017-18 Season

Fresno State head swim coach Jeanne Fleck announced the addition of Stephanie Bartel for the 2017-18 season. Bartel was a…

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How to Position Your Feet for Swimming Starts – Video Feature

In this Race Club #swimisode, Coach Gary Hall teaches the proper distance one should maintain between feet both side to side and back to front on the modern swimming starting block.

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Final 8 Spots Set For USA Diving’s 2017 World Championship Roster

USA Diving’s 2017 World Championships roster is set after the final eight spots on the team were determined Sunday at…

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Spread Like Wildfire: Power Of Awareness & Education Of Mental Health

How can something that you can’t see, hear, or touch be life threatening? Welcome to the world of mental illness….

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14 Swimmers Named In Australian Commonwealth Youth Games For Bahamas

Australian Age freestyle champions Phoebe Walker and Ela Noble and exciting Gold Coast distance swimmer Max Osbornare among a 14-strong…

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NAIA Champion Thatcher Thanks SCAD For Support Before Mormon Mission

Press Release Courtesy of Geoff Thatcher Author’s Note: After winning two record-breaking national championships his freshman season, SCAD’s Joel Thatcher…

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