Florida 15-Year Old Permanently Banned from USA Swimming
The latest addition is now the youngest member of the USA Swimming Permanently ineligible list.
USA Swimming: “The organization legally had no recourse” in NBAC Coach Complaint
USA Swimming said they had no ability to investigate a former NBAC coach for allegations of sexual abuse, because the offense happened in 1975.
Schmitt, Lochte Headline 2012 US SC World Championships Team
Ryan Lochte is one of 43 athletes who will represent the U.S. at the World Championships in December. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Congressman Honda Considering Exploring “Formal Action” on Sexual Abuse in Swimming
Mike Honda’s office says he is exploring formal action, including but not limited to, a congressional hearing on USA Swimming and sexual abuse.
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)
NBC: Lochte Decides to Stay in Florida with Troy (For Now)
Ryan Lochte is staying in Florida, and trying to raise some big money for Water for People. (Photo: RyanLochte.com)
U.S. Open Time Standards Updated Thursday
Just a note to our readers that USA Swimming has amended the U.S. Open time standards released yesterday.
Jason Turcotte to Lead 8 Juniors to FINA World Cup with Hardy, Ervin, Shields
Allie Szekely (above) will be a part of the elite junior squad that the Americans send to the FINA World Cup Series. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
2013 World Champs Trials Time Standards Posted; They’re Faster (U.S. Open/Jr’s Also Posted)
As the torch begins passing to the young generation of American swimming (like Ryan Murphy, above), USA Swimming has tightened up the qualifying standards for their World Championship Trials. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
USA Swimming Settles on 6-Meet Grand Prix Series
Allison Schmitt placed 2nd overall at last year’s Grand Prix Series, behind only the now-retired Michael Phelps. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
The American Swimming Team, Natalie Coughlin and You
Swim News: How would you rate Natalie Coughlin’s Olympic year? (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
[Updated With USA Swimming Response] Judge Orders $2.5 Million Claim in Favor of Plaintiff in Sexual Abuse Case
The following is a press release from Jonathan Little, posted unedited.
USA Swimming Not on the Hook for $2.5 Million Settlement
As a follow-up to the earlier story about a judgement in favor of plantiff Brooke Taflinger to the tune of $2.5 million against USA Swimming and Central Indiana Swimming, it is unlikely that the money will come from USA Swimming, at least directly.
PA Coach Jonathan Bell Arrested Again After Third, Fourth Victims Come Forward
Jonathan Bell, above, has been arrested on accusations of a third PA victim. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Americans Top Aussies in Brazilian “Fast Lane” Final
Josh Schneider overtook James Magnussen in the medley relay final to win $25,000 for the Americans. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
