FINA – All Olympic Doping Tests Negative
In a statement from FINA they have said all 518 doping tests carried out on athletes in aquatic events at…
Great Britain’s High Performance Director Michael Scott Resigns
The Daily Telegraph has reported that after the poor showing by Great Britain’s National Swim Team at the 2012 London…
Cal’s Other Olympian in the Recruiting Class of ’13
Meet Farida Osman, a 2012 Olympian for Egypt who is part of a star-studded recruiting class for the Golden Bears.
Coach’s Perspective on The 2012 US Olympic Team
David Marsh talks about a team, he says, is the best he’s ever been a part of. (Photo Courtesy © Tim Binning, TheSwimPictures.com)
Keepin the Scam Going: Peter Vanderkaay
Well, until Mel kicks us off we’re going to keep doing this. What? Peter Vanderkaay’s going to waste his time with us too? Game on.
Dave and Gary: Aaron Peirsol Ladies and Gentlemen
Aaron Peirsol? On our column? I know, it seems too good to be true. But it is!
British Chief Michael Scott Announces Inquiry into Olympic Medal Count
Though Britain had more swimming finalists than they ever have, the powers-that-be were still displeased with the medal counts. (Photo of Fran Halsall Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Dave Enters Another Dumbension…
…and Gary lets him know. Again. And again. Come read, you’ll hate it!
THE NEXT LAP?
Now that the 2012 Olympics have ended and we have had some time to reflect on what was certainly something…
Dear Katrina Olympic Closing Ceremonies experience
Dear Katrina, What are the closing ceremonies like for the Olympic athlete? One of my favorite memories of the Olympic…
Reports: IOC Strongly Considering 50’s for 2016 Olympics
American Jessica Hardy is the world’s best 50 breaststroker, but has never had the chance to prove it on the Olympic stage. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
When I Was Fifteen – a Memoir by Jesse Kubanet
Last week, I watched, mouth agape, just like the rest of the world, as fifteen-year-old Katie Ledecky absolutely crushed the…
Contract with Federation Forces Sun Yang Give Up Bulk of $18 Million in Endorsements
Yang will still walk away with roughly $6 million, though, which will still make him one of the world’s wealthiest swimmers. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)