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Michael Andrew Says “Hook ‘Em,” Reveals Goal Times

This isn’t a traditional college commitment article, but 19-year old professional swimmer Michael Andrew answered a hypothetical question that has been…

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Watch: Podium Celebration from Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series

Watch as the world’s top cliff divers share a champagne toast on the podium to celebrate victories in the first stop of the 2018 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series

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Florida Contingent, Bay Area Stars to Converge at PSS Santa Clara

The Florida elite group along with several big names training in the Bay Area will clash for some great racing at the George F. Haines International Swim Center.

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Missy Franklin Entered in 2018 Mare Nostrum Series

American swimmer Missy Franklin, who hasn’t raced since undergoing double shoulder surgery in early 2017, is entered to swim at the…

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German Jacob Heidtmann Joins Team Elite – West for Training Block

Heidtmann is the German National Record holder in the 400 IM and will spend a few weeks training with 2016 U.S. Olympic Team head coach David Marsh in San Diego.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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