Former Canadian Olympian Jake Tapp Named Assistant Coach At The University Of New Mexico
University of Mexico head coach Kunio Kono announced former world record holder and Canadian Olympic swimmer Jake Tapp as the new assistant coach for the 2015-2016 season.
Five Big Things From Day Three of the World University Games
Five big things we noticed from day three of the World University Games…
Former Irish coach, convicted sex offender maintains innocence, says victims ruined his life
Former Irish Olympic coach Ger Doyle has been released from prison after serving four years in prison on sexual assault charges, and this week, he claimed his victims “ruined [his] life.”
Mid-Level Belarusian Swimmer Handed 4-Year Doping Suspension
Belarusian swimmer Arseniy Gvozdeu (sometimes anglicised Arsenii Hvazdeu or Hvazdzeu) has been given a four-year doping suspension by the National Andti-Doping Agency of Belarus…
Doyle Sets New Irish Record in the 100 Breaststroke
Fiona Doyle of Ireland broke her own national record in the 100 breaststroke posting a time of 1:07.15…
Iowa’s Lehnertz, Freeman Set for Pan Ams
University of Iowa sophomore Tereysa Lehnertz and UI graduate and volunteer assistant coach Deidre Freeman will compete in the 2015 Pan American Games from July 12-16 in Toronto.
Swimming Canada Launches New Website
The new site brings an updated look and feel to the main portal for information about swimming in Canada.
Jay Lelliott Breaks English Record En Route To 800 Free Silver Medal
Lelliott finished second, just behind Frolov, for the silver medal. His time of 7:50.97 will stand as the new English record in the event.
World University Games: Day Three Prelims
The men’s 200 butterfly was the first event of day three of the World University Games…
Campeonato Nacional: 2015 Mexican Nationals Recap
The 2015 Mexican Nationals took place over the weekend in Guadalajara, with the nation’s swimmers out in full force. Several…
French Star Melanie Henique Attacked in “Homophobic Assault” in France
French News is reporting that National Team swimmer Melanie Henique has been attacked outside of a restaurant in what is being…
Sarah Sjostrom Withdraws From 200 Free at Worlds After Swedish Nationals
The world’s 2nd-ranked 200 freestyler Sarah Sjostrom won’t swim the race at this summer’s World Championships in Russia.
9 Meet Records Fall At 2015 Luxembourg Open Championships
Luxembourg’s Julie Meynen just missed her national record in the 100 freestyle, but she did break the meet record with her time of 55.47.
Canada, China, Japan and Mexico claim gold at Diving Grand Prix
Divers from a total nine nations – Canada, China, Japan, Mexico, Italy, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and Romania– occupied the podium at the sixth stop of the FINA Diving Grand Prix 2015, held in Bolzano (ITA) on July 3-5.
Sjostrom Pops a 52 Second 100 Free to Close Swedish Championships.
The final session of the Swedish Championships concluded today in Sundsvall. To Finish off the meet, the women swam the 200 fly, 100 free, 200 I.M., and 1500 free. The men’s action included the 200 I.M., 200 free, and 100 breast.
