Tokyo 2020 Organizers Abandon Logo Amid Plagiarism Claims
The previously unveiled logo for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be scrapped for a new emblem to be determined via submission contest.
The Brick Now in Use by 5 of the Top 20 NCAA Division I Teams
THE BRICK is the world’s first-ever coreboard, a 6 lb weighted kickboard that turns any kick set into a total body workout that actually changes a swimmer’s body position in the water—even after the kicking is done.
Toronto budget committee does not support 2024 Olympic bid
Toronto’s possible bid for the 2024 Olympics has hit a bit of a snag, as none of the city’s budget committee members endorsed a Toronto bid at a meeting this week. Pictured: Toronto’s Pan Ams pool.
A Big SwimSwam Sendoff to the 2600+ S&D Athletes Entering College Now
It’s Back-to-School-Back-to-the-Pool time, and we at SwimSwam would like to acknowledge the 2632-and-counting freshmen swimmers and divers we’ve been tracking. Good luck to you all; have a great freshman season!
4 Keys to Success When Preparing to Sprint with Ivy Martin
Every swimmer knows the most successful swimmers are also the most confident swimmers. Sprint freestyle races, like any other race, require a lot of confidence in order to be successful particularly because there is no room for error!
Swim Job: JCC Piranhas Swim Team seeks Head Coach
The JCC Piranhas Swim Team is seeking Head Coach who is positive, enthusiastic, and career-oriented to join our Aquatics team in Austin, Texas.
Swim Job: Hershey Aquatic Club seeks Assistant Swim Coach
Hershey Aquatic Club participates in USA Swimming meets at the Olympic Trials, Nationals, Junior Nationals, Sectionals, Zones and Junior Olympics levels.
Fiji Conditionally Selected As Host of 2016 Oceanic Swimming C’ships
Fiji has been awarded hosting duties of the 2016 Oceanic Swimming Championships, provided facility upgrades are performed.
Le Clos, Van der Burgh, Coventry Highlight All Africa Games’ Athletes
The 11th edition of the All Africa Games is coming full circle, as the host of the original Games back…
Cincinnati Unveils 2015-16 Schedule
University of Cincinnati swimming and diving head coach Mandy Commons-DiSalle has announced the schedule for her second year at the helm of the program.
Number 1 Sprinter in Class of 2016, Albert Gwo, Chooses Cal Bears
Los Altos High School senior Albert Gwo has verbally committed to join Cal Bears for the 2016-17 season.
Bill Pilczuk Named Head Coach at SCAD Savannah
Former All-American and World Champion Bill Pilczuk has been named head coach of men’s and women’s swimming at SCAD Savannah.
Shout from the Stands: What we learn from Michael Phelps
Michael Phelps can teach us so much about swimming, sports in general, and reaching your fullest potential. He shows us that you don’t have to be perfect to be the best.
New Teen Novel Stars a Swimmer
What would it take to keep you out of the water? In A Matter of Heart, a new novel from Random House for teens 12 and up, that’s the question that faces 16-year-old Abby Lipman.
Instant Analysis: NCAA Moves 800 Free Relays To Wednesday
Adding a fourth day to the meet will help spread out the events, but it could make the final day more challenging.
