Lifestyle

The 19 Club – Exercising Caution on Breakout German Johannas Liebmann’s 800 Free

Johannes Liebmann is not the first young distance swimmer to threaten one of the world’s great swimming records. But is history on his side?

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SwimSwam Pulse: Virginia’s Return To Top 10 Voted Biggest Surprise of Men’s NCAAs

The Cavaliers, 12 months removed from scoring just 14 points for a 32nd-place finish at NCAAs, placed 9th with 192 points.

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Let Your Opinions On The 2026 NCAA Championships Be Known

We’ve created a Google Form where SwimSwam readers can respond to the CSCAA coach survey regarding NCAA Championship changes.

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‘Smiling and Loving the Process’: Ethan Heasley Back Swimming Lifetime Bests After Retirement

After retiring from the sport in 2022, Ethan Heasley came back to swimming in late 2024 and set a lifetime best 52.82 in the 100 fly at the Westmont PSS.

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Louisville Swimmers Julia Dennis and Charlie Crush Share Engagement Announcement

Louisville seniors Julia Dennis and Charlie Crush are engaged, capping their collegiate careers with NCAA finals, relay success, and a new chapter ahead.

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2023 Para World Championship Team Member Hannah Nelson Dies, 23

Ava Maria University swimmer and former US National Team member Hannah Nelson has died. She was 23 years old.

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Leon Marchand Stars in Docuseries “Beyond Gold” Directed by his Father, Xavier Marchand

The three-part series follows Leon Marchand after his historic Olympic performance, offering insight into his life, career, and rise to fame.

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SwimSwam Pulse: Clark’s 1:39 200 Free Voted Most Impressive Freshman Swim of Women’s NCAAs

Clark and Anna Moesch became the first two women ever with multiple sub-1:40 swims in the NCAA final, with Clark also clocking 1:39.70 on the 800 free relay.

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From Back Surgery to Lifetime Bests: Leo Kurucz’s Comeback and Search For New College Home

Former Mizzou swimmer Leo Kurucz broke his back during his freshman year and after surgery and almost two years off, he went three lifetime bests in March.

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Stop Letting Comparison Hijack Your Confidence

When doubt and negative self-talk creep in, use the THINK acronym—is it true, necessary, inspiring, necessary or kind—to get back on track.

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Two-Time Olympian Daniel Jervis makes Appearance on RuPaul’s Drag Race

Two-time Olympian Daniel Jervis appeared on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs the World, sharing the story of his upbringing and coming out to the public.

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TV Points vs Real Points: 27% of Men’s NCAA Scoring Happened Off The Broadcast

Although Texas won the title by 29.5 points over Florida, only three points separated the two teams based on what we saw on TV.

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Ledecky: “America is at its Best when its Joy and Fun and… Challenges, Bring us Together.”

In a quick segment on 60 Minutes, Katie Ledecky shared that she believes competition, when handled properly, brings out the best in America.

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Shouts From The Stands: A Hard No For Me at U.S. Open Water Nationals

“Benderson Park might be easier for the organizers and governing bodies, but it should be the athletes, and the safety of the athletes, that come first.”

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The NCAA May Have Secured a Commitment for Linear Television for Swimming & Diving Next Season

In spite of the uproar about the new NCAA Championship format the over the last 10 days, college swimming &…

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