Influential Canadian Swim Coach Tony ‘TK’ Kennedy Dies at 78
Kennedy, a prominent coach in the Bahamas Swimming Association, died in his Canadian hometown last week, according to a report.
European Junior Championships Qualifier Mikolaj Malec Commits to Mizzou
Last year, at 17-years old, Malec dropped almost 4 seconds in the 200 back to place 3rd at the Polish National Championships.
Spain’s RFEN Updates Last May’s Guidelines As Pools Reopen For Training
As Spanish pools are now allowed to reopen, they will have to adhere to the guidelines established by the nation’s Health Ministry.
Latest Swim Return Updates From England, Wales & Scotland
Read up on the latest pool reopening updates taking place in England, Wales and Scotland, where lockdown restrictions continue to keep things closed.
CAS Hearing Date Set, but Kept Secret, For Banned Aussie Swimmer Shayna Jack
Australian swimmer Shayna Jack has a date for her CAS hearing; however, the CAS says that at the request of the parties, that date will be kept a secret.
$5M Investment Announced For High-Performance Sport’s Return In Canada
The Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Committees, along with Own The Podium, announced the investment in a joint statement on Monday.
Singapore’s Olympic-Level Swimmers Allowed To Resume Training
Several elite Singaporean swimmers are now able to return to training, per relaxation of restrictions by national sport agency Sport Singapore (SportSG).
Daiya Seto Takes First Splash Toward Tokyo With Official NTC Practice
Daiya Seto dove into the National Training Center pool today, June 1st, marking his post-lockdown journey to the Tokyo Olympic Games.
SwimSwam Podcast: Sydney Pickrem on Adapting Through Adversity
Pickrem gives a candid recollection of her career, starting in Florida where she was a product of Randy Reese, renowned coach in his own right
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Two Italian Swimmers Die in a Plane Crash on Sunday Morning Near Rome
Fabio Lombini, who raced at the European Championships and World University Games in 2017, and Gioele Rosetti died when their aircraft crashed on Sunday.
Swim England Confirms Open Water Swimming Now Permitted In Small Groups
As of June 1st, English athletes may engage in open water swimming in small groups. More details coming shortly from the organization.
Scottish Swimming CEO Euan Lowe Addresses Reality Of COVID-19’s Impact
To help address citizens’ concerns, Scottish Swimming CEO Euan Lowe recently spoke with the media at length about topics related to a return to the pool.
Japan’s National Training Center Reopens, But Elite Swimmers Shut Out
Despite there no longer being a state of emergency within the nation of Japan, swimmers like Daiya Seto are still shut out of the National Training Center.
Mireia Belmonte: “I will swim as many events as possible in Tokyo”
The Spanish Olympic champion has spoken in an interview about her preparation for the Olympic Games and the possibility of becoming the nation’s flag bearer.
