The Top 8 Names Bowman and Phelps Should Name Their Next Horse
Based on Phelps’ heroics in Beijing, here are the top 8 names for Phelps and Bowman’s next pony.
Michael Phelps & Bob Bowman Buy a New Horse; Its Name Won’t Surprise You at All
The above photo of the horse Water Cube was posted on Bob Bowman’s Facebook page this morning, announcing he and Michael Phelps’ newest partnership.
The Top 7 Most Awesome Bubble Rings Videos
Swimmers blowing bubble rings should be an Olympic event!
Son surprises mother by pretending to swim from Australia to Ireland
Swimming Video courtesy of MsNicolanolan.
Portrait of a (Swimming) Patriot
“Ultimately I am grateful that smart, mature kids will come to the Academy and choose to serve their country in the armed forces. When you think about it we as a country really need the best and brightest to make the tough decisions that will undoubtedly face us in the decades ahead.” –Casey Converse, US Air Force Academy
Accepting a compliment: The story of 9/11 EMT & Princeton captain Mary Mulcare
A diver and captain at Princeton during the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Mary Mulcare (bottom left) put her EMT training to use, racing north to New York to help victims of the attacks.
Inspiration and Perspective from someone late to the Michael Phelps Fan Party
My sister makes fun of me for my late-to-the-party interest in Michael Phelps. Back in 2007 – 08, when he was breaking world records, dominating the sport and eating up space on magazine covers, he barely registered with me. I don’t know how I managed such ignorant bliss; we were on the University of Michigan campus at the same time
5 great open water swims in the U.S. for your swimming calendar
It’s that time of year up here in the northern hemisphere; summer time! With hot weather, lot’s of daylight and warmer water it’s big time open water season. With that in mind here’s some of our favorite open water swimming events.
Jolyn Swimwear July 4th Celebration Photo Vault
Jolyn Swimwear is seen on pool decks and in the water throughout the globe. The Southern California based swimwear company has carved out a distinctive niche by combining rock solid technical performance wear with cutting edge style.
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US National Team member Danielle Strader pursues new challenge in the pool
Danielle Strader-Bordi: “I’ve been there and have experiences at almost all levels of swimming, even at some of the highest levels. I can relate to the athletes and I know how a suit should fit and how the goggles should feel.”
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Fitter and Faster Swim Tour Hialeah, Florida Photo Vault
Arianna Vanderpool-Wallace, Olympian and Fitter & Athlete athlete.
Open Letter: Air Quality From a Pool Owner’s Perspective
An open letter from Bob McCallister, Cobb County Aquatics Manager, to all owners, operators, and users of indoor pools. (Featured Image: Mountain View Aquatic Center)
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College Recruiting: What to Do if You Don’t Get Phone Calls on July 1
You are a high school senior and it is the evening of July 1 and the phone hasn’t been ringing, what do you do?
Swim Training: Got the long course blues, then shorten your 50 meter lane
Long course season and warmer weather means fewer lanes and more swimmers in the water. When pressed for space, coaches and swimmers all-too-often sacrifice speed and turn development in workouts.
Pop Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your American Swimming Sprinters?
Quiz time! Test your knowledge of past and present American sprinters with this 10-question quiz.
