Articles by Shawn Klosterman

Rockwood Women Crush 400 Free Relay Record at Mizzou Sectional Day Two

Lauren Votava and Jordan Stout took their second 1-2 finish and helped Rockwood Swim Club break a Sectional Relay Record on day two at the 2016 Region VIII Championships at Mizzou.

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“Budgie Smugglers” Officially Added to the Oxford English Dictionary

The Oxford English Dictionary gave every swim mom on Earth a little giggle when the term “budgie smugglers” was included into the OED 2016 Update.

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Three Time Paralympian Michael DeMarco Announces His Retirement

Paralympic Bronze Medalist and American Record Holder Michael DeMarco announced his retirement shortly after the 2016 U.S. Paralympic Trials in Charlotte.

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“Spirit in Motion”– Rookie Thoughts from 2016 U.S. Paralympic Trials

An explanation of the controversy regarding Olympic Ring tattoos was one of several mysteries that had to be explained to the Screaming Viking during his rookie experience covering the 2016 U.S. Paralympic Trials in Charlotte.

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Ian Silverman Withdraws from Rio Paralympic Consideration

Paralympic superstar Ian Silverman just posted on Facebook that he intends to withdraw his name from the Team USA roster before Rio Paralympic selection.

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2016 U.S. Paralympic Trials Day Three Prelims

Zachary Shattuck (SM6 200m IM) and Michelle Konkoly (S9 100m freestyle) each lowered their own American Records at the Saturday morning prelims of the 2016 U.S. Paralympic Trials in Charlotte.

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Watch Michelle Konkoly Set S9 50 Freestyle World Record

Michelle Konkoly is now the fastest S9 50 free in history after her stunning preliminary 28.37 at 2016 Paralympic Trials in Charlotte.

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Watch Colleen Young Break Pan-Am Record in S13 100m Breast

Colleen Young (St. Louis, MO) broke the American and Pan-Am Records for the S13 100 meter breaststroke at day one finals of the 2016 Paralympic Trials in Charlotte.

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Four Records Down at 2016 U.S. Paralympic Trials Day One Prelims

Thursday prelims at the 2016 US Paralympic Trials showcased four American Records in the first session considered for Rio selection.

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Watch Tharon Drake Crush His American Record SB11 100 Breast

Tharon Drake will be taking a shot at the S11 World Record in the 100 meter breaststroke tonight at day one finals of the 2016 Paralympic Trials.

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2016 U.S. Olympic Trials Preview: Who Will Join Ledecky in the 800?

A strong field of American women led by Katie Ledecky will enter the fray in Omaha with their sites set on earning their chance to bring their best 800 meter freestyle to Rio.

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2016 US Olympic Trials Preview: No Clear Leader in Men’s 100 Breast

Cody Miller is ranked only .01 ahead of his closest competitor, Nic Fink, as the top qualifier heading into the 2016 Olympic Trials.

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Santa Clara Arena Pro Swim Series Now Open to Winter Juniors Cuts

USA Swimming has announced that OME for the Santa Clara Arena Pro Swim Series has been changed to allow entries based on Winter Junior National qualifying times.

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Worrell Blasts Fastest 100 Fly Relay Split in History

Kelsi Worrell helped Louisville to the second seed heading into finals tonight with the fastest 100 fly split on record at 49.25.

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2016 NCSA Spring Junior National Championship Day 2 Prelims Live Recap

Michael Andrew headlines the first preliminary session in Orlando

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