Bethany Galat is More Confident Than She’s Ever Been (Video)
2017 Worlds 200 breaststroker Bethany Galat of Texas A&M was 2nd in 2:23.32, retaining her spot in the 200 breast on the international team for USA
2018 U.S. Nationals: Kaliszak Scratch Bumps Mefford into 50 Bk A Final
Luke Kaliszak, the 7th seed, scratched out of the 50 back, bumping Cal’s Bryce Mefford into the A final.
Regan Smith: “I’ve really tried to improve my strength training” (Video)
After swimming a myriad of best times in numerous events over the last 3 days, Regan Smith attributes her success in part to increased strength training
Margo Geer Time Trials a 50 Free Before the Real Race on Sunday
Geer, who is already qualified for the Pan Pacs team thanks to a 3rd-place swim in the 100 free, would’ve had 3 days off were it not for Friday’s time trial.
Kelsi Dahlia Prepares for the 50 Fly like a 50 Free (Video)
Kelsi Dahlia, formerly Worrell, tied her American Record with a 25.48 as she dominated the race. With that, Dahlia earns the first roster spot for the 2019 World Championships
U.S. Nationals Day 3 Finals Preview: Michael Andrew’s Triple Threat Looms Large
19-year-old Michael Andrew, whose goal is to become the world’s fastest sprinter in all four stroke 50s, will compete in the fly, breast and back finals on Day 3 of 2018 U.S. Nationals.
Baker: “This has probably been the most fun summer I’ve ever had” (Video)
As a member of Team Elite – San Diego’s rapidly growing pro group, Kathleen Baker has had an extremely successful summer of hard work under David Marsh
Josh Prenot Keeps a Swim Journal on His Phone (Video)
Josh Prenot made his move, hitting the final turn under his own American Record pace. He fell just slightly off the pace on the final 50, touching just a tenth behind the mark in 2:07.28
Micah Sumrall Finds Inspiration in Allison Schmitt (Video)
After taking a break post-Rio, she’s made her comeback in full swing, winning by over a second in 2:22.06
Michael Andrew Ties Adam Peaty’s U.S. Open Record in 50 Breast
The swim also ties Andrew with Mark Gangloff as the second-fastest American in history.
Miller, Dressel, Licon Skip Men’s 50 Breast Prelims
Olympians Cody Miller and Caeleb Dressel were no-shows for prelims of the men’s 50 breast along with National Teamer Will Licon.
Allison Schmitt Explains How Swimming Saved Her Life (Video)
Allison Schmitt cemented her comeback with a 1:55.82 for 2nd last night, and explained how swimming has been such an instrumental part of her mental health journey
Emma Weyant Drops 4, Jumps to #11 All-time, and Makes 400 IM A Final in Irvine
16-year-old Emma Weyant of Sarasota YMCA Sharks took another 4.45 seconds off a 3-week-old personal best and dominated her heat in the 400 IM on Friday morning.
American Junior Swimmer Tests Positive, Suspended Six Months
USADA has announced another doping suspension for an American swimmer, this time 17-year-old Jack Casey. Casey tested positive for the banned substance anastrozole at Winter Nationals last December and will serve a six-month suspension.
Michael Andrew Will Swim All 3 Prelims Races on Friday
Michael Andrew is all in for his back-to-back-to-back prelims session on Friday.
