Ontario Lockdown Poses Potential Threat To Upcoming Canadian Olympic Trials
Mounting cases of COVID-19 in Ontario have caused a potential 4-week lockdown just a month and a half before Olympic Trials is set to begin.
California Aims For Full Reopening From COVID By June 15
The state of California is hoping to “fully reopen” on June 15, if the state can meet certain vaccination and hospitalization benchmarks.
Breaking Down the Stakes Around the Extra Year of NCAA Eligibility
It’s complicated since whether a student-athlete actually plans to pursue a fifth year depends on many different factors.
Several Olympic Qualifying Events Canceled Due to Reported COVID-19 Concerns
The BBC obtained a FINA letter criticizing organizers of a diving World Cup competition for not having a sufficient plan to prevent COVID-19 transmission.
Pernille Blume In Denmark, Out of the Pool, Recovering from COVID-19
Olympic gold medalist Pernille Blume returned to Denmark 2 weeks ago without explanation, but now reveals that she has been recovering from COVID-19.
Gabriele Detti Received COVID-19 Vaccine Prior To Italian Spring Championships
Detti, who won the 400 free on Day 1 of the Italian Championships, said he had a small fever after receiving the vaccine two days prior to the meet.
Hungarian Swimming Family Thanks Frontline Workers for Efforts During Pandemic
The Hungarian Swimming Association showed its support for frontline workers during last week’s National Trials meet in Budapest.
Will Myhre, Potentially Iowa’s Last NCAA Qualifier, Scratched After COVID Test
Will Myhre, the only NCAA qualifier for the Iowa men, tested positive for COVID-19, ending what is set to be the program’s final season.
New Zealand to Prioritize Olympians for Coronavirus Vaccine
New Zealand is set to begin its rollout of the coronavirus vaccine on March 31st.
Southern California Swimming Hires Lobbyist To Advocate For Re-Opened Pools
The Southern California Swimming LSC has hired a lobbyist to advocate for fewer pandemic restrictions on pools and youth sports.
Anderson, Scholtz, and Crush Lead Lakeside at Kentucky LSC Championships
Jack Anderson of Lakeside Swim Team had four personal best swims as Lakeside won the team title at the Kentucky Boys Short Course State Meet
Confirmed: No Foreign Fans At Postponed Tokyo Olympic & Paralympic Games
It’s been officially announced today that there will be no foreign spectators in the stands at this summer’s postponed Olympic & Parlympic Games.
Australia Pulls Out Of 2021 Jr. Worlds & WUGS, Will Instead Host Meet At Home
Swimming Australia announced that they won’t send teams to two major international meets this summer, opting instead to host a meet for their juniors at home.
FIN Mette A Disposizione I Centri Federali Per I Vaccini
La FIN Federazione Italiana nuoto mette a disposizione i suoi centri federali per i vaccini. I Centri continueranno le loro attività
Discussion of 50% Capacity, Government Delegations at 2021 Tokyo Olympics
As rumors continue about Japan prohibiting outside fans or all spectators, reports have emerged the country may limit attendance to 50% capacity.
