Coleman Stewart’s Puzzling Absence From The U.S. Short Course Worlds Roster
After setting the world record in the 100 backstroke less than two months ago, Coleman Stewart was never in position to compete in the event at SC Worlds.
Dave Salo Named U.S. Head Coach for 2021 Short Course World Championships
Dave Salo has been named the head coach of the U.S. staff for the 2021 Short Course World Championships. He’ll lead a staff of 4 assistants.
USA Swimming Announces 2021 SC Worlds Roster; Dressel Among Notable Absences
Michael Andrew is one of 28 swimmers that will represent the United States at the 2021 Short Course World Championships in Abu Dhabi.
Japan Pulls Out Of 2021 Short Course World Championships
Japan made a surprising announcement today regarding its participation at the 2021 FINA Short Course World Championships.
USA Swimming Releases 2021 World Championships Selection Criteria
USA Swimming released its athlete selection procedures for the FINA Short Course World Championships, taking place this December.
FINA Announces “Aquatics Festival” that Will Run Parallel to SC World Champs
The organization has dubbed this new slate of events the “Aquatics Festival,” and it will include diving, high diving, and open water swimming events.
Brazil Releases Official Roster For 2021 Short Course Worlds in Abu Dhabi
41-year old Nicholas Santos will highlight the 20-man roster for Brazil. At the 2018 SC Worlds, Santos won the 50 fly in a new Championship Record (21.81).
Swimming Australia Not Sending Official Team To SC World C’ships
On the heels of Australia’s Duel in the Pool having been cancelled, the nation’s Short Course Swimming Championships have also now been called off.
Abu Dhabi Accelerating Preparations for FINA Short Course Swimming World Champs
The SC World Champs are scheduled to take place at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island from December 16-21 of this year.
FINA Delays 2021 World Championships by 3 Days
Abu Dhabi’s sparkling new 18,000 seat Etihad Arena on Yas Island will host the 2021 FINA World Short Course Swimming Championships.
FINA Announces Postponement of World Short Course Championships to 2021
The announcement comes after FINA previously postponed the FINA World Aquatics Championships from 2021 to 2022 to avoid an Olympic conflict.
FINA Approves Use Of Underwater Video Technology At Olympics and World Champs
FINA has updated its bylaws to allow for the use of underwater video technology at the Olympic Games and World Championships.
Session Lengths at 2018 SC Worlds About the Same as 2016
FINA was consistent in running finals session lengths for the 2018 World Short Course Swimming Championships on almost exactly the same schedule as they did in 2016.
Olivia Smoliga Wins Record 8 Gold Medals, Kelsi Dahlia 7 at SC Worlds
While Smoliga earned the most gold medals of any competitor, Team USA’s Kelsi Dahlia leaves Hangzhou with 9 medals total, 7 of which are gold.
Cesar Cielo Not Confirming Retirement, Will Make Decision In 2019
Cesar Cielo hasn’t made up his mind on whether or not he’ll retire after competing in Hangzhou.
