Beyond the Pancakes: How Indiana Post Grads Train in the Weight Room (Video)
There are hundreds of philosophies on how to optimally train a swimmer in the pool. There might be more theories on how best to train them outside the pool.
Former High School Teacher, Coach Sentenced to 30 Years For Child Porn
A former high school teacher and swim coach in the Kansas City area has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for filming a sexual encounter with a minor.
Fish Out of Water: The SwimSwam Podcast – Episode 1
In the first episode of the Fish Out of Water podcast, host John Culhane discusses the professionalization of swimming with Olympic medalist Cody Miller.
‘I Want to See How Close I Can Get’: David Nolan Resurfaces with a New Outlook
The former American record holder Nolan will log his first race since 2016 Olympic Trials in July – but don’t expect to see him back in his signature events.
W&M Alum, Husband Die Of Unknown Illness While In Fiji
A William & Mary swimming alumnus and her husband died unexpectedly while on vacation in Fiji, and news outlets are reporting that the cause of death is still unknown.
USA Swimming Reports 84% Ticket Sales at First 3 Stops of 2019 Pro Swim Series
USA Swimming reports that they sold $73,200 in tickets to the first 2 stops of the 2019 Pro Swim Series…
International Swimming League to Start Announcing US Rosters Next Week
After months of speculation, it appears American ISL athletes will be announced next week.
USA Swimming Plans to Launch Its Own Convention in 2022
USA Swimming is planning to hold a convention separate from the United States Aquatic Sports (USAS) convention beginning in 2022.
Hali Flickinger on 2:06.4 200 Fly: “I’ve never been 2:07 in-season” (Video)
Flickinger finished with a 2:06.40, now the fastest time in the world. Flickinger’s time also was faster than Hosszu’s Budapest time of 2:06.62.
Leah Smith to Remain in Tucson Despite Coach Cory Chitwood’s Departure
After following her longtime coach Chitwood from Virginia to Arizona, Smith will not go to Indiana, where he was named an assistant last month.
Justin Wright Sees Inconsistent Training as a Positive (Video)
Jack Conger held second through the 150, but was overtaken by Justin Wright and Zach Harting down the stretch as Wright snagged second in 1:57.93. Harting (1:58.83) got Conger (1:58.96) at the touch for third.
After 14 Months Off, Cameron Craig Is Scheduled to Race This Weekend
Cameron Craig’s last competitive race was at the 2018 NCAA Championships, where he earned Honorable Mention All-America honors in the 100 free for Arizona State.
Louisiana Bill Could Give Jail Time For Yelling At Officials in Youth Sports
A bill currently in the Louisiana Senate would create a misdemeanor crime for harassing refs and officials at youth athletic events. Being convicted of the crime could come with up to 90 days of imprisonment.
Re-Rank: Top 20 Girls NCAA Swimming Recruits, Class of 2019
Last year’s #1-ranked recruit graduated early, leaving this class a little thinner than it was. But new #1 Kate Douglass is a tailor-made NCAA prospect with sprint speed across all four strokes – and she’s part of a monster recruiting class for one rising NCAA program.
Leah Smith: “We kinda have been getting wrecked the last 3 weeks” (Video)
After taking fourth in the 200 fly, Leah Smith picked up a silver just less than a second in the 200 free behind Oleksiak with a 1:57.84
