Video Interview: Dave Denniston – U.S. Paralympic Residential Team Coach
USA Paralympic swim coach Dave Denniston wrapped up the 2014 Pan Pacific Para-Swimming Championships with Mallory Weggemann.
Michael McBroom – I’m Ready to get Some More Racing In – Video Interview
Michael McBroom won the men’s 800 freestyle with the third fastest time in the world this year at 7:49.66. Matt McLean finished second at 7:55.78, followed by Michael Klueh at 7:58.13 for third.
Video Interview: Australia’s Maddison Elliott Post-100 Back Victory, Discusses Gold Medals at Para Pan Pacs
Maddison Elliott of Australia won the women’s 100 back S8 at Para Pan Pacs with a decisive 1:18.71. She sat down at the conclusion of Friday’s finals to talk with Mallory Weggemann.
Simone Manuel- I Told Myself “Have a Good Finish” – Video Interview
With six women under 25 seconds in the final heat of the 50 freestyle, it was a very close race. Simone Manuel edged out the field for the win at 24.56, breaking the 17-18 NAG record set earlier this week at 24.80 by Weitzeil.
Anthony Ervin – My Team Comes Through In The Clinch For Me – Video Interview
To wrap up the 2014 US National Championships, Anthony Ervin won the men’s 50 free, securing his spot on the 2014 Pan Pacs team. He touched the wall for the win at 21.55, followed by Nathan Adrian at 21.69. Cullen Jones reached in for third, earning the final spot on the Pan Pac team.
Race Video: David Plummer Wins with an Amazing Finish in the Men’s 50 m Back
David Plummer won the A final, despite a not-so-good start, with a 24.82. Nick Thoman rolled in second, Shane Ryan…
Race Video: Rachel Bootsma Faces Adversity with Racing Outdoors in the Women’s 50 m Back
Rachel Bootsma hugged the lane line the whole race but ended up taking the A final with a time of…
Race Video: Brendan McHugh Makes His First International Team in the Men’s 50 m Breast
Brendan McHugh, future lawyer, made a huge breakout with an amazing start and solidified his spot on his first Pan Pac…
Janet Evans – I Always Wanted An American To Get That Record Back – Video Interview
Janet Evans had only great things to say about Katie Ledecky and her journey in the realm of distance freestyle, adding that she was pleased the record was back in the hands of an American.
Natalie Coughlin – Sometimes You Need That Extra Kick – Video Interview
Natalie Coughlin will be absent from a national team in what seems like forever after failing to qualify in both the 50 and 100m freestyle finals.
Franklin & Grevers Win High Point Awards, Ledecky Gets “Performance Award” at 2014 Nationals
Matt Grevers and Missy Franklin were the two highest-scoring swimmers at the 2014 U.S. National Championships.
SwimMAC Sweeps Team Awards, Wins Combined Title by Almost 200 Points
SwimMAC Carolina won all three team titles possible at the 2014 U.S. National Championships.
The 7 Best Memories of Championship Season
For thousands of swimmers in the United States, the voice of Sam Kendricks echoing over fuzzy speakers is a vivid memory of championship season.
Nathan Adrian – There’s A Reason Why We Swim The Race
To wrap up the 2014 US National Championships, Anthony Ervin won the men’s 50 free, securing his spot on the 2014 Pan Pacs team. He touched the wall for the win at 21.55, followed by Nathan Adrian at 21.69. Cullen Jones reached in for third, earning the final spot on the Pan Pac team. Josh Schneider finished fourth with his time of 21.88.
Ryan Lochte – I Guarantee That We’ll Be Faster And Better – Video Interview
At the touch, it was Ryan Lochte with the second fastest time in the world at 1:56.50. Michael Phelps was just behind him at 1:56.55.
