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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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,
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.
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.
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.
U.S. Olympic Training Centers Getting Set To Reopen At Limited Capacity
The USOPC is looking to reopen the OTC in Colorado Springs on June 22, with as few as 15 athletes living there to begin with.
USOPC Creates Athlete Group to Examine Policies – Including Right to Protest
The USOPC’s actions come days after CEO Sarah Hirshland apologized to thrower Gwen Berry for the organization’s handling of her demonstration at 2019 Pan Ams.
Stanford Planning for Half of Undergrads on Campus Per Quarter Next Year
The school announced that it will tentatively have two class years on campus at a time for the 2020-21 school year.
