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Seven-Team Field Set for the Inaugural FIU Fall Classic in October

Grand Canyon University, George Washington University, Florida Atlantic, TCU, and Buffalo make up the field for the fall meet in Miami, FL.

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A Walk Through British Men’s National Swimming Record History

Perusing through Britain’s just-published national record progressions gives further insight into how the nation’s swimming prowess emerged.

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Put SwimSwam News on your Website

At the request of many teams and dedicated swim fans, SwimSwam now offers a way to embed the latest swimming news stories directly into your team website. 

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The Frustrations of the Up and Coming Swimmer

#1 – You underestimated how much work was needed.

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Romain Barnier Suspended from Coaching for 6 Months for Alleged Anti-Doping Rules Violation

According to L’Equipe, AFLD has handed down a six-month suspension to Marseille coach Romain Barnier for alleged anti-doping rules violations.

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MP Weekly Wonders of Age Group Swimming – 8/16/2017

Check out the MP Weekly Wonders for the weekend of August 11-13, 2017.

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Pitt Hires Rebecca Westfall as New Assistant Coach

The Pitt swimming & diving program has named Rebecca Westfall as new assistant swimming coach and director of women’s recruiting, head coach…

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Rapidly-Improving Alexis Durlacher Verbally Commits to Florida State

Episcopal AmberJax’ Alexis Durlacher has verbally committed to Florida State University for the fall of 2018.

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New NCAA Division I Legislation Took Effect on August 1

On August 1st, new NCAA Division I rules for the 2017-2018 school year went into effect.

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Ledecky, Meyers, and Steffens Finalists for Sportswoman of the Year

Katie Ledecky, Becca Meyers, and Maggie Steffens are Sportswoman of the Year Finalists.

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World Swimming Association To Hold Constitutional Convention In D.C.

The World Swimming Association Will Hold Its Constitutional Convention on Friday, September 1, 2017 in Washington, DC, USA, at the Washington Hilton from 3:00-8:00 p.m., in conjunction with the 2017 ASCA World Clinic.

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Michigan Wolverines to Face Six B1G Opponents in 2017-18

Siobhan Haughey is a big reason why the Michigan women are on the fast track to the top tier of the NCAA.

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Indianapolis Welcomes 2017 FINA World Junior Championships In One Week

With 42 rising stars set to represent the United States on their home soil, the 2017 FINA World Junior Championships open in just one week in Indianapolis.

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Paolo Barelli Criticizes Appointments To FINA Committees

European Swimming Federation President Paolo Barelli was unsuccessful in his bid for the FINA presidency this summer.

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World Record Holder Cesar Cielo To Swim Until At Least 2018

While he plans to continue his swimming career through next summer, he hasn’t made any decisions on whether or not he’ll swim through the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

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