Distance Specialist Wesley Hyde Stays Local, Joins Florida Gators for Fall 2020
Hyde is the reigning FHSAA 4A State champion in the 500 free, clocking a 4:28.90 in the final to win the title representing West Port High School.
Taastrup NTC Swimming Pool Open For Danish Elite
The Danish Swimming Union has confirmed that elite swimmers have the ability to return to the National Training Center at Taastrup Swimming Hall
Anton Chupkov Selected for Forbes Russia’s 30 Under 30 List
23-year old Anton Chupkov was selected as one of three Russians to earn the honor of being on Forbes 30 Under 30 in the “Sports and E-sports” category.
North Carolina Targeting Friday for Phase 2 of Reopening; Could Include Pools
The state could move into Phase 2 Friday at 5 p.m., and Governor Roy Cooper said opening pools to the general public is under consideration.
SwimMAC’s Laura Davis Has Committed to the Richmond Spiders for 2021-22
High school junior Laura Davis has committed to swim for the University of Richmond beginning fall 2021. She will be joining the school’s class of 2025.
Northwestern’s Jeremy Kipp Returns to USC as Head Coach
Kipp, a former assistant at USC for eight seasons, will succeed Dave Salo as the program’s next head coach, sources told SwimSwam.
Wild Speculation: Who’s Going to Replace Jeremy Kipp at Northwestern?
With Jeremy Kipp on his way back to Southern California, Northwestern is in the market for a new head coach. The most obvious candidate is already on campus.
Nitro Swimming, One of USA’s Largest Clubs, Has “All Groups” Back in the Water
Nitro Swimming in Austin, Texas, with over 2,000 athlete members, has resumed training for all of its groups as of Monday.
Israel’s Pools Likely to Reopen to the General Public May 27
National Team-ers and club teams have been allowed back in the pool – with restrictions – for weeks, but pools will now open to the general public.
Ranking the 2020 Men’s NCAA Recruiting Classes: #9-12
Speedsters are the name of the game in our next set of NCAA swimming & diving recruiting class ranks, which includes two 19-second freestylers.
Utah Announces the Reopening of Most Businesses Including Pools
The state of Utah announced that most business in the state will be reopened, including public pools. However, there will be regulations in place.
Australia’s Olivia Borg Commits to the University of Nevada
Olivia Borg has committed to swim for Division I University of Nevada beginning fall 2020. She will be joining the Wolf Pack’s class of 2024.
Florida Men Add Jordanian Record-Holder Amro Al-Wir to Incoming Class
Al-Wir, the Jordanian national record-holder in the 50m, 100m and 200m breaststroke events, will join the Florida men in their incoming class.
Japan’s Swimming Club Association Unveils COVID-19 Guidelines
Japan’s Swimming Club Association and Health Sports Medical Science Committee have collaborated on official COVID-19 guidelines for when pools can reopen.
Penn State Receives Commitment From Backstroker Anna Redican
Machine Aquatics’ Anna Redican has committed to swim for DI Penn State University beginning fall 2020. She will be joining the school’s class of 2024.
