Olympian Scott Dickens announces retirement
‘’I’m going to miss my teammates the most,’’ said Dickens, who also competed at two Commonwealth Games, two Pan Am Games and three FINA World Championships.
Hosszu’s World Cup Performances By The Numbers
Katinka Hosszu has had a historic run of performances in the World Cup Series so far this year and SwimSwam…
Video: Park Tae Hwan Wins 400 Free at 94th Korean National Sports Festival, Part of Four-Gold Haul
South Korea’s Park Tae Hwan has already won four gold medals at the 94th Korean National Sports Festival
Jamaica’s Status at 2016 Olympics in Jeopardy Over Anti-Doping Woes
WADA has said this week that they are disappointed with Jamaica’s anti-doping authority and their response to an inquiry.
Australian Swimmer Handed Two-Year Suspension for Doping Violation
A former high-level prospect in Swimming Australia has tested positive for three different banned stimulants.
How to use Resisted and Assisted Sprint Training in Swimming
Most sprint coaches have beliefs about resisted and assisted speed training, and most of them are consistent. Most coaches agree that both of these forms of training need to be used simultaneously in a program to achieve optimal results.
Aaron Peirsol Hiking the John Muir Trail to Raise Money for Cancer Survivors
Aaron Peirsol is hiking the John Muir Trail to raise money for We Are Ocean, a non-profit organization that teaches cancer survivors to live post-treatment through ocean-based adventures.
Morozov wins 50 Freestyle at Doha World Cup – Race Video
Morozov won the event posting a time of 21.03 followed by Schoeman who finished second in a time of 21.04. American Anthony Ervin finished third in a time of 21.23.
Open Water Swimming Safety: A Powerful Message
Open water swimming safety must be a top priority for everyone involved.
Ryan Lochte 4th Hottest Male Athlete in the World
Ryan Lochte is the 4th hottest male athlete in the world according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Among the top-25 hottest athletes are Roger Federer, Tom Brady and David Beckham.
The Swim Team Store expands national sales force with two new hires
“Our growth in the team market has been very rapid, and we’re going to maintain the customer service that got us here.” states Vice President of Sales, Matt Zimmer. “Amy and Missy fully understand the importance of strong customer outreach, and the technology that allows us to make team fulfillment as easy as it can be.”
The French Break Relay World Record in Doha – Race Video
The French team made up of Florent Manaudou (21.22), Jeremy Stravius (20.87), Melanie Henique (24.61) and Anna Santamans (24.44) won the event in a time of 1:31.14, breaking the World Record of 1:32.52 set by the Japanese in Dubai.
2013 RCP Tiburon Mile – Feature Video
The 2013 male winner of the $10,000 prize was Mateusz Sawrymowicz from Poland. His time was 23:46. The 2013 female winner of the $10,000 prize was Ashley Twichell from the United States. Her time was 25:09.
Ottesen Gray wins 50 Butterfly at Doha World Cup – Race Video
After winning the 50 butterfly at the World Championships in Barcelona the only woman who has been able to defeat Jeanette Ottesen Gray of Denmark is herself.
International Swimming Hall of Fame To Leave Fort Lauderdale
The International Swimming Hall of Fame, Inc., (ISHOF) announced today that upon the expiration of its current fifty-year agreement with the City of Fort Lauderdale, in February of 2015, it will not renew and will look for a new home in another city.
