Clark Smith Bears Down on National Record in 100 Fly in Colorado HS Championships Prelims
When Texas coach Eddie Reese went out looking for his recruiting class of 2013, he had a pretty clear focus…
UPDATE: Michael Phelps Denies Comeback Via Twitter, Sort Of
Peter Busch, a news reporter in Florida and son of the USA Swimming National Team Director, says he has confirmed that Phelps is planning a comeback. Phelps isn’t so sure. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Indiana University Seeks Assistant Swimming Coach
SwimSwam was provided the information below regarding the “assistant swimming coach” position at Indiana University.
Team SwimSpray Had a Golden Debut at Masters Nationals
“SwimSpray’s 200 Freestyle relay (Kevin Gallagher, Tom Krajewski, Brendan Gallagher, Liam Gallagher) finished in 1:24.38 – 2nd in the 25+ age group and 3rd overall.”
Steven Stumph Ties Brendan Hansen’s National HS Record at North Coast Prelims
Stephen Stumph of Campolindo High School tied Brendan Hansen’s 100 yard breaststroke National Public High School Record in prelims of the North Coast Section Championships. (File Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Protest Filed, Denied in Men’s 10KM Final at Open Water Nationals
Men’s field on the 3rd lap at today’s national championship race at Castaic Lake. Photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography
As Wind Ravages Course, Meyer and Ryan Go 1-2 in Men’s 10km at Open Water Nationals
Alex Meyer won the men’s 10K at the US Swimming National Championship in California. (Photo: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)
Christine Jennings, Becca Mann First Two for US World Championships Roster in Barcelona
Christine Jennings holds of a strong field winning the 2013 national title in the 10K. Photo: Mike Lewis, OlaVistaPhotography
Lessons From Legends: Shirley Babashoff, Is your best good enough?
Chuck Warner talks about Shirley Babashoff and the East German women of the 1970’s.
Track-Start Blocks; Underwater Pullout Changes Approved for US High School Competition
Among the major changes coming to the high school rule books includes the allowance of track start blocks, and a change to the underwater pullout rules. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
SwimMAC Relay Stars Recap Record Run, Video Interview
At the 2013 Charlotte Ultraswim, SwimSwam caught up with record-breaking SwimMAC relay stars Matthew Josa, Jack Manchester, Michael Chadwick, and Kyle Darmody. Coach David…
Make a Splash Tour Presented by Phillips 66 Kicks Off In NYC May 16-18
Cullen Jones, Olympic Champion and USA Swimming Foundation ambassador, headlines the 2013 Make a Splash Tour presented by Phillips 66 (Photo Courtesy of Speedo USA)
WAC Reinstates Men’s Swimming & Diving Sponsorship for 2013-2014 Season
The Western Athletic Conference will sponsor a men’s swimming & diving championship in 2014 for the first time in more than a decade. (Courtesy: WAC)
Swim Across America Open Water Event Raises Record Funds
(Photo Courtesy: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)
Gemmell, Jaeger, Cordes Highlight Men’s Academic All-District Teams
It takes brains to be a top American distance swimmer; both U.S. Olympic representatives in the 1500 were named to the Capital One All-District First Team this week. (Photo of Andrew Gemmell: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
