Six Added To U.S. Center for SafeSport Database, Four Given USA Swimming Suspensions
Six USA Swimming members were either added or had their status updated in the U.S. Center for SafeSport Disciplinary Database over the last few months.
Derek Hernandez-Ojeda and Grant Bellin Swim Nearly Identical 200 Back Times 2000 Miles Apart
In two meets more than 2000 miles apart, Derek Hernandez-Ojeda and Grant Bellin swam nearly identical times in the 200 back and 200 free.
Parker Wheeler Sets New Georgia LSC Record With 4:47.87 500 Freestyle
12-year-old Parker Wheeler from SwimAtlanta set a new Georgia LSC Record in the boys 500 freestyle at the 2025 Bill Behrens Invitational.
USA Swimming Ranks 5th Among National Governing Bodies by Membership
USA Swimming places 5th in 2024 NGB membership data, despite remaining one of the U.S.’s top Olympic medal contributors.
State Law/USOPC Policy Clash Leads To Difficulty Sanctioning Meets In Washington
The conflict highlights the state-by-state nature of U.S. policy and the fact that national governing bodies like USA Swimming are not government entities.
CSCAA Division III Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Announced
The class includes 20 distinguished individuals whose achievements and lasting impact have shaped the landscape of collegiate swimming and diving.
None of USA Swimming’s Top Four Earners In 2024 Still Work for the Organization
Tim Hinchey, Shana Ferguson, Lindsay Mintenko, and Eric Skufca were the highest earners for USA Swimming in 2024. None are still with the organization.
Will Modglin Fires off 100 Back American Record in Prelims with 43.26 (RACE VIDEO)
Will Modglin is the new 100 back American Record holder after he clocked the 3rd-fastest performance ever this morning with a 43.26.
Federal Judge Dismisses Enhanced Games Lawsuit Against World Aquatics, WADA & USA Swimming
The lawsuit alleged that WADA, World Aquatics and USA Swimming were breaking antitrust law by telling athletes not to participate in the Enhanced Games.
Carol Taylor, 1948 U.S. Olympian and Longtime Coach, Dies at 96
Carol Taylor, a 1948 U.S. Olympian in the 200 breaststroke, club coach, and longtime contributor to USA Swimming, died on November 4.
Pleasanton Seahawks Shine on Final Night of Senior Open
Pleasanton senior Tim Wu won the 100 back on the final night of the meet, besting teammate Luka Mijatovic by more than a second.
Luka Mijatovic Obliterates His Own 15–16 500 Free NAG Record With 4:08.57 In Pleasanton
Luka Mijatovic swam a 4:08.57 to obliterate his own 15–16 NAG Record in the 500 freestyle, marking his second record of the day and third of the meet.
Luka Mijatovic Blasts 8:37.01 in the 1000 Freestyle; 5th Fastest Performance in History
Luka Mijatovic blasted 8:37.01 in the 1000 freestyle to shatter his NAG record in the event and move up to 5th all time.
The Fastest Meet in the Keys: The 22nd Orange Bowl Swim Classic
This high-octane, sprint-style competition caps off weeks of Orange Bowl Winter Training, held annually from early December through mid-January.
Olympian Brent Lang Elected as USA Swimming Board of Directors Chair
Brent Lang has been elected as the new Chair of the USA Swimming Board of Directors following Natalie Coughlin’s resignation last month.
