Towson Says It Received No Complaints of Sexual Misconduct By Banned Coach
Towson University says it did not receive any student complaints about sexual misconduct by former head coach Pat Mead that might be the subject of a USA Swimming ban handed to the coach last week.
Former Captain Stefanie Williams Inducted to Georgia Circle of Honor
Stefanie Williams (right) has 10 NCAA titles to her name from her time at Georgia.
Brock Turner’s Jail Sentence Could Only Be 3 Months, Per County Website
With his 6-month jail sentence already drawing criticism online, Brock Turner may only serve half that amount, per reports from The Washington Post and others.
2016 U.S. Olympic Trials Previews: Great Depth In Women’s 100 Free
The race for the top 6 spots should be extremely close, and we may see at least 8 swimmers under the 54 barrier. The race for and individual Olympic bid in this event will be even more exciting, with the likes of Franklin, Manuel, Weitzeil, Coughlin, and possibly Ledecky contesting for a top 2 finish.
Today Show Reports On Alleged Drug, Alcohol Use in Brock Turner Case
NBC’s Today Show this morning reported on court documents they say suggest a history of drug and alcohol use for former Stanford swimmer Brock Turner, who was convicted of sexual assault last week.
CoSIDA Announces D3 Academic All-American Honorees
Swimmers once again earn an impressive amount of CoSIDA Academic All-American honoree spots at the D3 level.
Swimmers Dominate D2 CoSIDA Academic All-American Lists
Swimmers represent the largest population out of all the sports on the CoSIDA Academic All-American winners list.
Murphy Among D1 Swimmers Named CoSIDA Academic All-American
Ryan Murphy is among many D1 swimmers who made the 2015-16 CoSIDA Academic All-American team.
Austin Vacek Transferring from Texas to Texas A&M
Austin Vacek, a swimmer who once drew an “He’s going to make me famous” from University of Texas head coach Eddie Reese,…
Queens University Names John Long Associate Head Coach
Queens University of Charlotte’s Jeff Dugdale, head swimming coach, is pleased to announce the promotion of John Long to Associate Head Coach & Triathlete and Club Swimming Coordinator.
Cal Trio Earns Academic All-America honors
Rachael Acker, Ryan Murphy and Rachel Bootsma, all accomplished swimmers in the pool, earned recognition for their work in the classroom as members of the 2016 CoSIDA at-large Academic All-America team.
Illinois HS Fly Champ, Franco Reyes, Gives Verbal to Georgia Tech
Hinsdale Central High School junior Franco Reyes, who also swims for WEST Swim Club and represents Panama in international competition, has given a verbal commitment to Georgia Tech for 2017-18.
Casey Brandt Named St. Mary’s Aquatics Director/Head Swim Coach
Scott Devine, the St. St. Mary’s College of Maryland director of athletics and recreation, introduced Casey Brandt Friday morning as the next aquatics center director and head coach for the men’s and women’s swimming programs. Brandt will assume his duties on Monday, June 27.
Football Player Imprisoned On False Rape Charges Cites ‘Privilege’ In Brock Turner Case
Brian Banks, a former standout high school football player who spent five years in prison on rape charges that turned out to be false, criticized the 6-month sentence given to former Stanford swimmer Brock Turner, citing “a case of privilege.”
