Three Army Swimmers Save Man’s Life in Hudson River Heroics
Kelsey Zimcosky is SwimSwam’s newest team member. Her previous experience in “the biz” is as a copyeditor for USA Swimming’s…
Open Letter From Chuck Wielgus On Rick Curl Sentencing
“Dear USA Swimming families and members, In light of recent events, I want to take the time to address a very important topic – the safety and well-being of USA Swimming athlete members.”
USA Swimming Releases Statement; Currin Releases Another Statement
USA Swimming has released a statement after the sentencing of disgraced swim coach Rick Curl today, where he was sentenced…
Currin’s Post-Sentencing Press Conference Calls for Congressional Investigation
Ceci Christy was in attendance for the sentencing of Rick Curl, and relayed the following information from the post-sentencing press…
Rick Curl Sentenced in Maryland; Will Spend 7 Years in Prison
Ceci Christy was in the courtroom in Rockville, Maryland as former high-level swim coach Rick Curl was sentenced today. UPDATE:…
Missy Franklin, Michael Phelps Nominated for Teen Choice Awards
Michael Phelps and Missy Franklin are up against stiff competition for the 2013 Teen Choice Awards for Athlete of the Year. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
USA Swimming Publishes SafeSport Investigation Process Flow Chart
In an effort to add more transparency to its process regarding the banning of coaches who violate its code of…
Rick Curl Sentencing Set for Thursday (May 23rd)
Tomorrow in Rockville, Maryland Rick Curl will be sentenced based on his plea of guilty of sexual abuse of a…
2013 US Worlds Trials Previews: With No Soni, Larson and Hardy Become Consensus Favorites
Texas A&M’s Breeja Larson won the 100 breaststroke at last year’s Olympic Trials. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
What’s Next For Bill Jewell Sexual Abuse Allegations?
Ceci Christy contributed to this report. After Bill Jewell was unsuccessful in his wrongful termination lawsuit against the Fullerton Aquatics…
Bill Jewell Unsuccessful in Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Against FAST
In July 2011, Bill Jewell filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against Fullerton Aquatics Sports Team, Inc. (“FAST”) and its board…
10-Year Old Winn Aung Breaks Kris Humphries’ NAG Record
In the team’s first long course meet of 2013, Redding Swim Team 10-year old Winn Aung swam a 1:01.21 in…
No Secrets in Swimming: Sources Report Story of Michael Phelps Comeback Leak
“We’ve spoken to sources close to Phelps, and here’s their explanation for what happened…” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
UPDATE: Michael Phelps Denies Comeback Via Twitter, Sort Of
Peter Busch, a news reporter in Florida and son of the USA Swimming National Team Director, says he has confirmed that Phelps is planning a comeback. Phelps isn’t so sure. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
As Wind Ravages Course, Meyer and Ryan Go 1-2 in Men’s 10km at Open Water Nationals
Alex Meyer won the men’s 10K at the US Swimming National Championship in California. (Photo: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)
