Florida Becomes Third State to Sign Name-Image-Likeness Law for NCAA Athletes
In April, the NCAA announced that it would move to “modernize” name-image-likeness rules for student-athletes by 2020-21. States are putting the pressure on.
USA Swimming Leadership Releases Letter Saying That “Black Lives Matter”
The letter, signed by Tim Hinchey (above), Dr. Cecil Gordon, and Bob Vincent, lays out USA Swimming’s path forward to improve diversity in the sport.
University of Texas Athletes Demand Changes to School’s Racist Ties
In a letter Friday, student-athletes said they will not engage in recruiting activities until the school officially commits to meet their demands.
US National Team Member Erica Sullivan Decommits from USC
Sullivan, a longtime contender in open water as well as rising distance star in the pool, said in March she was waiting on USC’s head coach hire to decide.
Northwestern Tabs Associate Head Coach Katie Robinson to Lead Program
Robinson, now the second female coach of a men’s team in the Power 5, was the head women’s swimming and diving coach at Tulane University from 2012-17.
Brown Reinstates Men’s Track and Field and Cross Country to Varsity Status
Brown University, whose pool is shown above, reinstated to varsity men’s track & field and cross country, 12 days after demoting them to club status.
Former US National Team Member Megan Kingsley Announces Retirement
Kingsley, a former standout at the University of Georgia, announced her retirement from swimming Wednesday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
