Phelps Receives Huge Honor Ahead of Games
He won’t get a trophy, but Michael Phelps receives a huge honor from the London transport system
Wilkinson Wins Duel with Russell, Both Head to London on Day 2
Men’s 200 Fly The men’s meet kicked off with a huge upset. Everybody’s favorite in this race Stefan Hirniak was under…
Poznikoff Documents Trials Experience
Canadian breaststroker Andrew Poznikoff, a Simon Fraser swimmer with a cool self-shot video of himself at Canadian Olympic Trials in Montreal
Former WR Holder Brian Johns Announces Retirement
Brian Johns, one of the great Canadian swimmers, announced his retirement tonight. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Quick Sprints for 3/28/12: Tucson Ford Parts Ways with Head Coach
Chloe Sutton and Mission Viejo are at the OTC; and a major club coaching position is open. (Photo Courtesy: Tim Binnings/TheSwimPictures.com)
Garrett Reports: SwimSwam News, March 28th
Canadian Olympic Trials are underway and we look forward to the Indianapolis Grand Prix where Michael Phelps is set to swim the 400 IM.
In Briefs: Interesting Post-Meet Comments from Manaudou
After last week’s French Olympic Trials wrapped up in Dunkerque, comeback swimmer Laure Manaudou, who earned her spot in London…
Canadian Trials: Day 2 Prelims
Julia Wilkinson is the top seed in the 100 back, but Sinead Russell is lurking. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binnings/TheSwimPictures.com)
Two 2-year Doping Bans Awarded
Two lengthy doping bans were handed out yesterday, and neither were light sentences. The first was Czech swimmer Michal Rubacek,…
100 Breaststroke Winner Scott Dickens
Scott Dickens, winner of the 100 Breaststroke shares how it feels to make it back to the Olympics after eight years (Courtesy Swimming Natation Canada/SendtoNews)
Brittany MacLean Breaks 400 Free Canadian Record
Brittany MacLean is the first Canadian woman to qualify for London in a new Canadian record of 4:06.08 (Courtesy Swimming Natation Canada/SendtoNews)
MacLean Smashes Canadian Record on Night 1 of Trials
MacLean’s record-breaking swim was one of 5 Olympic bids handed out on the first night of competition.
Estella Warren, 3-time Canadian National Champion
In honor of Canadian Olympic Trials, Celebrity Swim Tuesday profiles Canadian star, Estella Warren. “I really wanted to go to the Olympics,” Estella explained, “but everyone wanted me to model for them, so I said why not!”
Savannah King: The Olympic Trials Vibe
Savannah King talks with SwimSwam’s Callumn Ng about the vibe at Canadian Olympic Trials. (photo credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures.com)
