Hardcore Swimmer of the Month: Chase Kalisz
Less than three weeks after wrapping up his collegiate career at men’s NCAAs, Kalisz competed in his first meet as a pro, the Mesa Pro Swim Series, to great success. Kalisz tied for the most points scored of any swimmer at the meet, pulling in 18 points on three wins and a second place.
Celebration Of Life Information For Chuck Wielgus
A Celebration of Life for longtime USA Swimming Executive Director Chuck Wielgus has been arranged for Wednesday, May 10, 2017,…
Ronald Dalmacio Smashes All 3 11-12 Backstroke NAG Records
At the 2017 Rose Bowl Aquatics Long Course Meet last weekend, 12-year-old phenom Ronald Dalmacio scorched all 3 of the long course 11-12 backstroke National Age Group Records
Tyler McGill Inducted into New York Athletic Club Hall of Fame
McGill, a 2012 Olympic gold medalist, was one of the top American butterfliers on the international stage from 2009-2012.
Dalmacio Scares Andrew NAG, Becomes 2nd Fastest 11-12 50 Freestyler
In the 50 free, Dalmacio moved up to #2 all time in the 11-12 age group, surpassing Rafael Gu (25.31), after setting a personal best 25.24.
Oslin, McKee, Scott Named Alabama Most Outstanding Swimmers
Alabama’s Connor Oslin was one of a trio of swimmers to win the Most Outstanding Swimmer Award at the Crimson Tide’s annual banquet.
NFHS Confirms Proposed Rule Changes for 2017-2018
We reported in late March that the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) had proposed rule changes for…
Cal Women Announce 2016-2017 Team Award Winners
Kathleen Baker took home the 2016-2017 Cal Women’s MVP Award.
USA Swimming Names Mike Unger As Interim Executive Director
USA Swimming has named Mike Unger its interim Executive Director to replace the recently-deceased Chuck Wielgus.
USA Swimming CEO Chuck Wielgus Dies at 67
USA Swimming Executive Director Chuck Wielgus has died after complications from colon cancer, with which he has battled in multiple…
USA Diving Sets Synchronized Diving Teams for Budapest
Steele Johnson, Kassidy Cook, and Tarrin Gilliland were among divers who qualified for world championships slots at the USA Diving Synchronized National Championships this month.
Mesa Roundup: Links, Recaps, Videos, Prize Money and More
Chase Kalisz had an outstanding meet in Mesa, scoring lifetime bests in both the 200 fly and 200 IM.
What Happens When NCAA Programs Combine Genders?
The Ohio State Buckeyes announced that their men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams would be combining beginning in the…
Park Tae Hwan Targets Arena Pro Swim Atlanta For Worlds Qualification
Korean freestyle specialist Park Tae Hwan is set to compete at the Arena Pro Swim Series in Atlanta next month, using the competition as his World Championships qualifying meet.
12-Year-Old Ronald Dalmacio Becomes Youngest to Break 1:00 in LCM 100 Back
At 12 years of age, Dalmacio became the youngest swimmer to ever break 1:00 in the long course 100 meter back, taking down the 11-12 National Age Group Record with a blistering 59.98.
