Shouts From The Stands: A Diver’s Perspective on Virginia Cutting the Sport
Stanford diver Hunter Hollenbeck shares his thoughts on the University of Virginia cutting its diving program beginning next season.
SwimSwam Pulse: 50.1% Think Sprint Free Has Seen Greatest Evolution In Past Decade In SCY
Gretchen Walsh owns four of the six U.S. Open Records that have improved the most over the past 10 years.
SwimSwam’s Top 100 For 2025: Men’s #10-1
Leon Marchand was the clear-cut #1 male swimmer in the world last year after winning four individual Olympic gold medals in Paris, all in record fashion.
The Art of Coaching vs The Science of Coaching
Although both facets are essential to effective coaching, the art of coaching plays a more pivotal role in truly transforming individuals.
SwimSwam Pulse: 46% Think Sub-1:30 200 Free Will Be Broken More Than Other Barriers
Eight years after Townley Haas became the first swimmer sub-1:31 in the 200 free, Luke Hobson set the all-time record of 1:28.81 at the 2024 NCAAs.
SwimSwam Pulse: 46.7% Pick Cal Men As Most Likely Favorite To Be Upset At Conference Champs
On paper, the Cal men are big favorites heading into their ACC Championship debut, but NC State won’t let their title be taken quietly.
Shrinking the Pool: How Roster Caps Threaten Young Athletes’ Dreams
“Why does my favorite school have to cut swimmers and divers just to meet a number?”
SwimSwam Pulse: Big Ten, SEC Women’s Conference Titles Most Wide Open
Indiana won the 2024 Big Ten title by just half a point in a thriller over OSU, and it projects to be another exciting race for the championship this season.
Earning The Right To Be Upset: Lessons In Accountability And Effort
The right to be upset about a poor performance isn’t automatically granted. It must be earned through commitment, effort, and discipline.
The Worst Feelings As A Competitive Swimmer
A botched start, a missed turn, and a mouthful of water are among the worst feelings we get as competitive swimmers.
SwimSwam Pulse: Guiliano, Grimes Poised To Make Biggest Impact As Second Semester Additions
Katie Grimes is a title contender in multiple events heading into her first NCAA Championship meet for the Virginia Cavaliers.
SwimSwam Pulse: 34% Pick Sjostrom As Swimmer To Round Out Quarter Century Top Five
Sjostrom won a world title in 2009 and claimed two Olympic gold medals in 2024, making her one of the best swimmers of the past 15 years.
SwimSwam’s Top 100 For 2025: Men’s #90-81
After winning an upset SC world title in the 200 breast in 2024, Carles Coll Marti will aim to take the next step in the long course pool in 2025.
SwimSwam’s Top 100 For 2025: Women’s #80-71
Airi Mitsui tops this portion of the list, coming in at #71 on our Top 100 rankings for 2025 for her 200 fly speed and world ranking.
