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Russia Aims for Pool National Championship Dates in October in Kazan

World Champion Evgeny Rylov (above) and the rest of the Russian team are scheduled to swim their first post-pandemic national championship in October.

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Division II Committee Extends Recruiting Quiet Period Until July 31st

The Division II Administrative Committee has decided to extend the recruiting quiet period until July 31, limiting contact between coaches and recruits.

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New Mexico (50%), Massachusetts (40%), Oklahoma (No Restrictions) Reopen Pools

New Mexico and Massachusetts have reopened pools, while Oklahoma appears to have progressed to a stage with no capacity restrictions on public pools.

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An Immodest Proposal: Trade TV Time for Podium Time in Olympic Protest Battle

If the IOC wants to keep protests off its podiums, then they should offer athletes alternative platforms to voice their concerns.

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40+ College Swimmers Sign Petition Asking NCAA Not to Host Events in Idaho

Swimmers from Duke, Michigan, Washington University in St. Louis and John Hopkins signed the letters in response to the passing of House Bill 500.

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IOC to Consult With Athletes’ Commission on Protests, Expression at Olympics

In a statement Wednesday, the IOC said it plans to consult with its Athletes’ Commission on how Olympians can “express themselves,” however.

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The Kroehler Family YMCA, One of My First Swimming Homes, Closes for Good

This won’t be the last pool lost to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, which will shape the face of our sport for years to come.

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Sex Abuse Survivors, Allard Call For Hinchey To Purge USA Swimming Of Enablers

Attorney Bob Allard and three sexual abuse survivors called on USA Swimming CEO Tim Hinchey to purge the organization of those who covered up sexual abuses.

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Returning Conference Points: Big Talents Incoming For ACC Women

Virginia is in the midst of a recruiting tear – but how do their returning points stack up after graduating a few key contributors?

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Three More Sex Abuse Suits Against USA Swimming Involving Ivey, Uchiyama & King

Six women say are suing USA Swimming for failing to protect them from abuse by now-banned swim coaches Mitch Ivey, Everett Uchiyama and Andy King.

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Guidelines, Timeline Set for Pools Reopening in Washington State

The state of Washington has announced guidelines for the reopening of staffed water recreation facilities under “Modified Phase 1” of its reopening plan. 

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Stanford’s Ben Hallock Repeats as Peter J. Cutino Award Recipient

Stanford water polo player Ben Hallock was named the recipient of the 2020 Peter J. Cutino Award after leading the Cardinals to an NCAA Championship,

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Team Elite Returns to 50 Meter Training Pool in La Jolla

A group of Team Elite swimmers were able to return to training in a 50 meter pool in San Diego on Wednesday as the area moves into Phase 3 of reopening.

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Minnesota To Allow All Pools To Reopen June 10 At 50% Capacity

Though some clubs had already gotten permission to resume training, all pools in Minnesota will be allowed to open at 50% capacity as of tomorrow, June 10.

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Sue Welsh Named 2020 YMCA Swimming Coach of the Year

Welsh has coached the Hamilton Area YMCA team for 38 years, building a successful program while also developing athletes with skills in and out of the pool.

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