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Three Granted Releases from Arizona

At least three Wildcats have asked for, and been granted, their releases. (Photo Courtesy © Tim Binning, TheSwimPictures.com)

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Alexander Dale Oen, reflections from his fellow countrymen…

Many of us ask the question, why? How could life take such a hero…a man who decided to lift his…

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Youth Asian Champ, Junior Worlds Qualifier, Get Doping Bans

Two big-time junior swimmers were handed doping bans by their federations in March. (Photo Courtesy: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)

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Sprint News 5/2/12: Trials Medals Revealed, Another D-1 Job Open

At least one group would like to see a new host for the 2016 Trials.

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Sad Stretch for Swimming

With the deaths of Alexander Dale Oen and Ron Ballatore coming just 4 days apart, it’s been a rough week for swim fans.

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Gary Talks With USOC HOF Inductee Writing Partner

David: Could you please refer to me as “Writing Partner to Olympic Hall of Famer Gary Hall, Jr.”? I hate to be a stickler here, but it’s just a basic respect thing.

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Aussie Olympian Schipper’s Health Scare

What started as an appendix removal got much scarier in a hurry.

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Steen Steps Down from Kenyon Dynasty

A pair of legends from Division III programs have announced their retirement (from coaching duties at least) this week. One is Jim…

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You’re Only as Good as Your Next Race

Brent Hayden has high hopes for medals in London. (Photo Courtesy © Tim Binning, TheSwimPictures.com)

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Ron Ballatore Memorial Services Announced

This has been a sad, sad week for swimming. We lost Ron “Stix” Ballatore, who coached a National Championship team…

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Florida Gulf Coast Continues Recruiting Haul

The Eagles already have 10 in a class, from all over the globe.

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4×100 Free Relay, London Olympic Preview

The men’s 4×100 freestyle relay may be the most competitive race at the London Olympic Games.

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USC Gets $8 Million Gift For New Swim Center; Name Revealed

The renovated stadium will be named for a former swimmer and coach at USC.

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Kvale First Dale Oen Teammatemate to Speak Out

“As Alexander showed us…last year, we are stronger when we stand together.”

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World Champ Alexander Dale Oen Dies at 26

Cardiac arrest steals away one of the great ones.

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