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Izotov Reigns at St. Petersburg Cup, But Will Not Swim Individually at 2015 Worlds

The St. Petersburg Cup was in full swing in Russia over the weekend, where key members of the Russian team…

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Indicators – a Lesson in Mental Preparation

The dictionary defines indicator- as something “to give evidence of.” Have you ever used indicators to help you believe in yourself and get mentally ready for a big meet?

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Fike Swim Products Reinvents the Kickboard with First-Ever Coreboard

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.

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One Tip for Swim Parents About Relays

I’ve heard stories repeatedly through the years of relay teams being let down by a swimmer. If you’ve got a kid who is fortunate to be picked for a relay, remember this is part of being a TEAM.

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Funchal to Host IPC Swimming Euros

IPC Swimming announced on Tuesday (23 June) that the city of Funchal, on the island of Madeira, Portugal, will host the 2016 IPC Swimming European Open Championships just months before the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.

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100m Freestyle World Championship Preview: Can Campbell Be Dethroned?

Last year there were three swimmers who went sub-53, led by Cate Campbell at 52.62, and two this year with Bronte Campbell and Femke Heemskerk tied at 52.69. Based on the fast performances the last few years, we should see some more 52 second swims this summer.

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#OlympicDay: Throwback To London 2012 Olympic Tattoos

Clark Burckle, go big or go home! #OlympicRingsTat

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UNLV hires former Cal national champ Ellie Monobe as new assistant coach

The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels have added former Cal captain Ellie Monobe to their new-look staff as a assistant coach.

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WKU All-American Schwingenschlogl, Laemmler Transfer To Mizzou

WKU’s All-American breaststroker, Fabian Schwingenschlogl, and backstroker Nadine Laemmler will be transferring to the University of Missouri.

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Notre Dame Freshman Daniel Speers Wins Gold Medal On First Day of European Games

With the first-ever European Games underway, incoming University of Notre Dame men’s swimmer Daniel Speers dove into the pool with the British National Team.

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Colorado Mesa University Swimming and Diving Adds 30 for 2015-16

Colorado Mesa University head swimming and diving coach Ron Allen announced that 10 women and 20 men have committed to join the Mavericks for the 2015-16 season.

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Two German age records fall on day 1 of European Games, one new and one ancient

The opening day of the first-ever European Games saw two young German swimmers break new ground with age group records.

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Notre Dame Men’s Swimming Program Adds Late Signee to Class of 2019

The University of Notre Dame men’s swimming team announced their early signees last November, and now have one more member to add to the incoming freshman class.

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Marrit Steenbergen: Why the Dutch relays are suddenly among the scariest in the world

The 15-year-old Steenbergen rattled the Junior World Record in semifinals. Could she and the Dutch rattle world record-holders Australia in the 4×100 free relay in Kazan or Rio?

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Florida Tech Hires Christa Prior as Assistant Swim Coach

MELBOURNE, Fla. (Men’s and Women’s Swimming) – Florida Tech head men’s and women’s swimming coach Justin Andrade announced Tuesday the hiring…

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