2016 Canadian Olympic Trials: Caldwell, Masse Look To Lead Backstroke
The women’s backstroke scene arguably displays the most overall depth in Canadian swimming. In both events there are at least two athletes entering with seeds under the FINA ‘A’ time meaning it’s likely Canada will be able to send two athletes in each stroke discipline. With young talent mixing with more seasoned swimmers, the backstroke races will be some of the fastest races at trials.
The Unbelievable Four Year Path of Yannick Agnel
Four years ago, Yannick Agnel seemed destined to take over the world, now his swimming career could be over
Federico Grabich To Compete at Maria Lenk
Argentina’s Federico Grabich, is making the trip to Argentina’s Trofue Maria Lenk later this month. He is showing good improvement in Paraguay right now.
2016 French Elite Nationals in Montpellier: Day 3 Prelims Live Recap
2016 French Elite Long Course National Championships and Olympic Trials Selection Meet Dates: Tuesday, March 29 – Sunday, April 3,…
Agnel Complaint Denied by the Appeals Committee in Montpellier
Approximately three hours after the completion of the men’s 200 free final at the 2016 French Elite National Championships, in…
2016 Canadian Olympic Trials: Condorelli, Cochrane Lead Free Events
Santo Condorelli comes in as the favorite in both the 50 and 100m freestyle events.
Agnel Interview: “It’s Rather Unacceptable”
In an interview with RMC Sport, below (in French), Yannick Agnel discussed the controversy over his third-place finish with a…
No Rio For Kylie Palmer: Hand Injury Worse Than Originally Thought
One name from the Aussie Trials’ psych sheets recently released by Swimming Australia is 2008 Olympic gold medalist Kylie Palmer.
Water Polo Player Brings Russian Meldonium-Positive Total To 23
Russian water polo player Alexey Bugaychuk is the latest athlete to have reportedly tested positive for the drug meldonium.
Controversial Finish Keeps Defending Olympic Champ Agnel Out of 200 Fr
Yannick Agnel and Jérémy Stravius are the two favorites in the men’s 200 free final, but the field is tight and the race will be exciting with 2 tickets to Rio in play.
Emily Seebohm Opts Out of 200 IM For Australian Nationals
Australian backstroke sensation Emily Seebohm will not swim the 200 IM at the Hancock Prospecting Australian Championships next week, instead focusing on the three backstroking distances and the 100 freestyle.
Aleksandra Herasimenia Takes Down Own 50m Back National Record
Amidst all of the excitement this spring, as the world’s best are attempting to earn spots on their respective Olympic…
2016 Canadian Olympic Trials: Fastest Field Of Female Freestylers Ever
The 2016 Canadian Olympic Trials will feature one of the best fields of freestylers on the women’s side that the nation has ever seen. From the 50 to the 800 there are competitors who could potentially make Olympic finals and have competed well internationally.
2016 French Elite Nationals in Montpellier: Day 2 Finals Live Recap
Yannick Agnel and Jérémy Stravius are the two favorites in the men’s 200 free final, but the field is tight and the race will be exciting with 2 tickets to Rio in play.
Fusion Swim Camps Feature Top-notch Swim Programs at the University of Denver & Denison University
The two 2016 Fusion Swim Camps have been set up so young swimmers can hone their skills in competitive strokes, turn mechanics, breathing and body positioning. A strong emphasis is placed on overall conditioning.
