Thiago Simon, Julia Sebastian set South American breaststroke records on day 2 of Jose Finkel Trophy
South American records went down in both 200 breaststrokes on the second day of the Jose Finkel Trophy in Brazil.
Why our brains do not like red-bottomed swimming pools
In the midst of Ledecky’s dominance, Phelps’ comeback, and the rest of Pan Pacs hubbub, I ask the readers of SwimSwam: Would we all love swimming so much if the bottom of the pool were red?
Swim Gear: Speedo’s New Nemesis Fins are Making Waves
Speedo’s new Nemesis Fin was designed using biomimicry and inspired by the pectoral fin of the Humpback Whale. (Featured image: Ryan Lochte, Speedo Athlete)
One day after qualifying for Worlds, Thiago Pereira out of Jose Finkel Trophy with groin injury
Thiago Pereira will take two weeks off to rest and recover from a nagging groin injury, plus finalize his coach and training plans for the two years leading up to the 2016 Olympics in his home country.
Waikiki Roughwater Swim Photo Vault
It’s one of the world’s most iconic open water swimming races for many reasons – the water temperature is ideal…
Becca Mann, Simon Huitenga win Waikiki Roughwater Swim amidst tragic race fatality
16-year-old Becca Mann had the fastest overall female time. Noted US Olympian and World Record-holder Aaron Peirsol also tried his hand in the open water, finishing second in his age group.
Swim Job: Greater Holyoke YMCA Vikings seeks 2 part time Age Group Coaches
Greater Holyoke YMCA Vikings: “We are a competitive Swim Team for athletes ages 6 and up based in Holyoke, MA. Come join a great coaching staff at a program with room for growth!”
Eurosport To Broadcast Prudential Singapore Swim Stars Live in 51 Countries
Among the 12 Olympic Champions and 21 World Champions lined-up are James Magnussen (Australia), Katinka Hosszu (Hungary), Jessica Hardy (USA) Rūta Meilutytė (Lithuania), Nathan Adrian (USA), Fabien Gilot (France), and Jeanette Ottesen (Denmark).
Halsall and Carlin Up for Sky Sports Sportswoman of the Month
Fran Halsall and Jazz Carlin have both been nominated for Sky Sports Sportswoman of the Month…
Cielo blasts giant relay split, Heemskerk wins twice on opening night of Brazil’s Jose Finkel Trophy
Cesar Cielo put up a huge 20.57 split on the 4×50 free relay, one of the highlights of the Jose Finkel Trophy’s first night.
2014 Dubai FINA World Cup – Day 2 Photo Vault
Many thanks to FINA and G. Scala for these swimming photos.
3rd Annual ‘Fastest Man in Texas’ Shootout slated for Nov. 1 in San Antonio, inaugural women’s event added
The date has been set for the 2014 Fastest Man in Texas shootout, where Jimmy Feigen (pictured) and a host of sprinters will compete to steal the 3rd annual Fastest Man in Texas title, while the first-ever women’s title is up for grabs.
4 Reasons Why USRPT May Work for Your Swimming Career – Video Feature
Michael Andrew is a USRPT Athlete. He owns 75 National Age Group Records.
Brent Hayden Announces Candidacy For Vancouver Parks Board Commissioner Position
Canadian sprint freestyle icon Brent Hayden sent out a tweet today that he had a big announcement which had Canadian…
Hosszu already clears six figure winnings with World Cup’s cluster bonus after Dubai
Katinka Hosszu has earned $50,000 in world record bonuses and added a $50,000 cluster bonus to jump to $125,000 in total winnings just two meets in to the World Cup circuit.
