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.
Michael Phelps – I’d Rather Lose Now As Long As I’m Ready For The Big Races – Video Interview
Michael Phelps has always been a back half swimmer, despite his breaststroke being his worst of the four strokes. It came down to the final 25 meters as Phelps was gaining quickly on Lochte. 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.
10 Things We Noticed on Day 5 of the 2014 U.S. Nationals
“More than any other female swimmer in the college class of 2014, I’m intrigued to see what Margalis is able to do in the next two years…”
Photo Vault: Unexpected Finishes At The 2014 US Nationals
Tom Shields accepting his medal next to a disappointed Phelps after beating the odds and taking home the gold in the 100m fly final. He also won the 200m fly final earlier despite also not being the favorite in that event.
Gold Coast Bound: The United States’ 2014 Pan Pacific Championship Team Roster
American star Missy Franklin is among the headliners of the 2014 U.S. Pan Pacs team.
Video Interview: Roderick Sewell and the Road to Gold at Para Pan Pacs
Roderick Sewell won the men’s 100 breast SB6 at Para Pan Pacs in California. Listen to his story as he talks to Mallory Weggemann about the road he took to get here.
2014 US National Championships: Day 5 Finals Live Recap
Follow along for live updates from the final night of competition in Irvine, California at the 2014 US National Championships.
Simone Manuel Breaks One-Day Old NAG Record in 50 Free to Close U.S. Nationals
On Saturday, Canyon Aquatics’ Abbey Weitzeil swam a 24.80 in a time trial to break the 17-18 National Age Group Record in…
Delaware Swim Team’s Lily Dubroff Verbally Commits to USC
USC head coach Dave Salo is on a roll early in the 2014 recruiting season.
What to Expect From The Final Night Of Competition In Irvine
Natalie Coughlin is set to swim the final of the women’s 50 freestyle. This is her last chance to qualify for the 2014 Pan Pacs team.
Video Interview: Brad Snyder Shares Personal Story and Passion for Paralympic Movement
Brad Snyder, who has already won individual gold medals in the S11 class 50 and 100 free, 100 fly, and 400 IM, met up with Mallory Waggemann on the last day of Para Pan Pacs.
Cody Miller – Goggles Fill With Water, Still Only One Under 60 Seconds – Video Interview
Cody Miller had the swim of a lifetime to win the men’s 100 breaststroke, out-touching last year’s World Championship team members Nic Fink and Kevin Cordes.