USA Swimming Surpasses 400,000 Members in Record Year
Somewhere Michael Phelps is cheering! The Olympic icon’s goal has always been to grow the sport. Today USA Swimming reports that it has eclipsed more than 400,000 members and saw its largest year-round athlete membership growth in the organization’s history. (Image courtesy of USpresswire)
Raleigh Swim Across America is Less Than Two Weeks Away
We’re less than 2 weeks away from the Raleigh Swim Across America Event – The Triangle Indoor Water Festival! Swimmers all over the Triangle Area are hard at work to help raise money for the Cavanagh Research Lab at NC State. (Image courtesy of Mike Lewis, olavistaphotograhy.com)
Germany’s Thomas Bach, Olympic Champion, Takes Over IOC President Presidency
The IOC has a new president, and for the first time, it’s an Olympic gold medal athlete. (Photo: Sven Teshcke)
16-Year Old Xin Xin Breaks Asian Record in 800 Free
China’s Xin Xin has broken a Continental Record in the 800 free with an 8:19. (Stock Photo: Tim Binning/THeSwimPictures.com)
Summer Swim Teams – Summer League Swimming Love – Featured Video
Summer League Swimming is the cultural bridge to year-round swimming, that first step toward loving the sport. (Image courtesy of Robert Lawrence)
What Is It About Swimming That We Love? An Essay By Jennifer J.
If you had to explain why you love swimming to someone who had never swum, what would you say? (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Michael Andrew to Compete at The Fastest Man in Texas Shootout
Michael Andrew, the youngest professional swimmer ever, is racing at The Fastest Man in Texas Shootout in San Antonio, Texas, Saturday, November 9th, for a chance to win $10,001. (Image courtesy of TA)
Engine Swimwear Drives into USA Market With New Head Designer
After recently launching into North America, Australian born company Engine has recently appointed revered designer Britta Cabanos to head up their Design Department as Swimwear Design Director. Britta will join former champion, USA Olympic swimmer Roque Santos, Director & Partner of Engine USA. (Image courtesy of Engine)
Franklin, Lochte Named USOC Athletes of the Month for August
Missy Franklin’s 6 World Championship gold medals in Barcelona were the most ever won by a woman. (Photo: Victor Puig/victorpuig.com)
Opinion: Nyad’s Legit
Diana Nyad in the water off Cuba during her second Cuba to Florida attempt of 2011 (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)
Michael Phelps in Full Rapper Regalia – Video
The greatest Olympian of all time as we have never seen him before! (Image courtesy of RadioShack)
Canadian Swimmer Receives 11-Month Suspension For Substances Not on Label or WADA Prohibited List
Canada’s Dmitry Shulga has been hit with an 11-month suspension under very unusual circumstances.
New Trier HS Girls Begin Quest for State Championship 4 Peat
After graduating an impressive class, including three Division I signees, New Trier is reloaded and looking to extend their streak.
SwimSwam Film Fest: Swim by Keith
I’m a swim film festival fan, and I love this short film, this swimming video, Swim, captured by Keith.
Ning Zetao Breaks National Record in 50 Free in Prelims on Day 6 of Chinese Games
Ning Zetao Broke the Asian Record in the 50 free in prelims, but couldn’t match it in the semi-finals on Monday. (Stock Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
