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2020 Tokyo Olympics Set To Boost Japan’s Economy By At Least .6%

The Bank of Japan released a report earlier this week that increasing number of foreign tourists, as well as Olympics-related construction investments are helping to ‘expand Japan’s gross domestic product (GDP).

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Arrowhead, McFarland Rising in 12/28 WI High School Rankings

Madison Memorial and Monona Grove remain atop the Wisconsin high school swimming rankings, but challengers Arrowhead and Monona Grove are on the rise in the latest WISCA ranking.

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Cesar Cielo Adidas Swim Photo Vault

Cesar Cielo in Adidas Swim gear…all around the pool. This is worth a look.

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Michael Phelps to Become Coach at Arizona St. After Retirement

Michael Phelps is committed to be a volunteer assistant for the Arizona State Sun Devils for the 2016-2017 NCAA season.

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2015 Swammy Awards: Ihar Boki, Male Para-Swimmer of the Year

Check out all of our 2015 Swammy Awards here. 2015 Male Para-Swimmer of the Year: Ihar Boki, Belarus In a year…

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A Conversation with Rob Butcher, President and CEO of Swim Across America

In January, Rob will be embarking on his next swimming journey as the new President and CEO of Swim Across America, the most successful swimming-related non-profit that raises money for cancer research, prevention and treatment.

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Rio Declares Health State of Emergency 7 Months Out From Olympics

Governmental emergency funds are needed in order to immediately to reopen closed hospital units and clinics throughout Rio de Janeiro, the host of the 2016 Olympic Games.

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2015 Indian Ocean Championships: Preview

The 27th Indian Ocean Championships will take place in Reunion from Monday, December 28 through Wednesday, December 30, 2015, and feature international stars such as Ranomi Kromowidjojo and Femke Heemskerk.

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2015 Swammy Awards: Age Group Swimmer of the Year – 10 & Under

Check out all of our 2015 Swammy Awards here. 2015 Honorees: Miriam Sheehan and Ronald Dalmacio 10 & Under Girls…

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Video: Louisville Swimming Training Trip

Soon after their viral “airport training” video, the swimming videographers at Louisville are at it again, this time documenting their winter training trip to Sarasota, Florida.

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Newfoundland & Labrador Club Swimmer Dies In Car Accident

The swimming community has learned of the passing of athlete Alyssa Davis, a Canadian swimmer who represented the Swimming Newfoundland and Labrador club.

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The Dog Days of Training

Waking up in the pitch darkness has a way of playing with ones mind let alone heading to evening practice in the gloominess of a long gone sunset. For the everyday swimmer it is a true test of their commitment to just get to practice.

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What’s Ryan Lochte’s Favorite Christmas Present Ever?

5-time Olympic gold medalist Ryan Lochte was featured this week as a part of the United States Olympic Committee’s (USOC’s) Christmas…

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Rio Opens Pool As Part Of Olympic “Pre-Legacy”

Rio de Janeiro recently opened up a pool in the impoverished region of Deodoro as part of their Olympic “pre-legacy.”

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