USA Women Claim 5th Straight Super Final Crown With 8-6 Win Over Dutch
The USA Women’s National Team claimed their fifth straight FINA World League Super Final crown with an 8-6 victory over the Netherlands. Rachel Fattal scored three goals in the win with Ashleigh Johnson earning top goalkeeper honors.
Para Classification Chaos: New System Only Renews Past Woes
With the new classification system in place, para athletes have begun the reclassification process – but the sport seems plagued with as much disarray as ever.
UNM Struggling With Title IX Compliance, Athletic Budget
The University of New Mexico’s athletic director and president together published a letter on the school’s athletic website this week announcing that an independent review had found the school struggling to meet federal Title IX requirements.
USA Women to Play for World League Gold after 8-3 Win over Russia
The USA Women’s National Team will play for gold at the FINA World League Super Final after defeating Russia 8-3 in semifinal play.
USOC Announced Best of May Finalists for Team USA Awards
The United States Olympic Committee today announced finalists for the Team USA Awards presented by Dow, Best of May, which recognize the outstanding achievements of Team USA athletes from last month.
USA Women Advance To Super Final Semis With 12-1 Win Over Australia
The USA Women’s National Team will play for a medal once more at the FINA World League Super Final after advancing to the semifinal round with a 12-1 win over Australia.
Bay Area Olympians Highlight 2018 TYR Pro Swim Series at Santa Clara
Standout Bay Area-based Olympic gold medalists Katie Ledecky, Simone Manuel, Nathan Adrian and Ryan Murphy are expected to lead a fast field for next week’s TYR Pro Swim Series at Santa Clara, June 7-10 at the George F. Haines International Swim Center.
Swimmer Dies During Open Water Masters Race
The body of a 45-year-old man has been recovered from Lake Audubon in Virginia after he disappeared during an open water swim Sunday.
Schubert Responds To Suit, ‘Absolutely Denies Any Wrongdoing’
Former U.S. national team head coach Mark Schubert has responded to the civil lawsuit filed by Ariana Kukors, denying any wrongdoing and saying he reported rumors of abuse immediately when he heard them.
Kukors Smith: Lawsuit About Prevention, ‘Holding People Accountable’
2012 Olympian Ariana Kukors (now Ariana Kukors Smith by marriage) says the civil suit she filed against former coach Sean Hutchison and USA Swimming, among others, is about “holding people accountable” for the sexual abuse she says Hutchison inflicted on her.
Competitor Coach of the Month: Greg Meehan, Stanford
Greg Meehan’s past, present and future Stanford women won half the events at the Indy Pro Swim Series, including a sweep of all the freestyle events.
Ultra Swim Swimmer of the Month: Katie Ledecky, Stanford
Ultra Swim Swimmer of the Month is a recurring SwimSwam feature shedding light on a U.S.-based swimmer who has proven themselves…
McLaughlin’s Double Highlights Final Night Of Speedo Grand Challenge
Katie McLaughlin won a pair of events on the final night of the 2018 Speedo Grand Challenge.
University of Idaho Diving Coach Wins Award While Under SafeSport Investigation
University of Idaho diving coach Jim Southerland was named WAC co-coach of the year in April, just days after being put on administrative leave amidst a SafeSport investigation.
Hosszu Posts 2:10.8 200 IM On Day 1 Of Speedo Grand Challenge
Katinka Hosszu moved to 8th in the world with her 2:10.87 in the women’s 200 IM at the Speedo Grand Challenge.
