The Powerlist

SwimSwam Breakdown: Popovici WR, European Highlights, Duel in the Pool

We discuss David Popovici’s surprise world record in the 100 free, the other standouts from European Championships, and the upcoming Duel in the Pool

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Blue Tide Aquatics’ Andy Korda Named Head Coach at Waterloo Swimming

Blue Tide Aquatics’ Andy Korda will be moving over to Waterloo Swimming in Austin as its new head coach beginning this fall.

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Luis Martinez, Guatemala’s First Olympic Swimming Finalist, Announces Retirement

Martinez last competed at the Tokyo Olympics held last year, where he finished seventh in the men’s 100 fly final with a time of 51.09.

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YMCA Nationals Champion Meghan Sharma Commits to Purdue University

New Jersey native and YMCA Nationals champion, Meghan Sharma, has announced her commitment to Purdue University for the 2023-2024 season.

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Why Can Unvaccinated Swimmers Compete in Australia When Novak Djokovic Couldn’t?

Australia’s easing of COVID-19 restrictions last month paved the way for unvaccinated American swimmer Michael Andrew to compete at the Duel in the Pool.

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David Popovici Leads All Pool Swimmers with €19,000 in Euros Prize Money

David Popovici’s European and World Records alone earned him more prize money last week than any other pool swimmer took in.

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North Carolina HS State Runner-Up Mason Hetzell Commits to UNC-Wilmington

North Carolina State runner-up Mason Hetzell will remain in-state, arriving at UNC-Wilmington ahead of the 2023-2024 season.

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Big Ten Inks Record TV Deal Worth More Than $1 Billion Annually

The Big Ten Network will remain the Big Ten’s primary home for Olympic sports while Peacock can also air up to 40 live Olympic sport events per year.

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European Championships Open Water Events Postponed or Canceled Because of Weather

Thunderstorms and more heavy waves meant another postponement of open water events in Italy this week, with one race being canceled.

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Futures Qualifier Ashlyn Widmer (2023) Announces Commitment to Kenyon

Futures qualifier Ashlyn Widmer will be arriving at Kenyon ahead of the 2023- 2024 season. She specializes in backstroke and IM.

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2022 Duel In The Pool: Event Schedule And Scoring Breakdown

Check out the full event schedule and how each race will be scored for the 3-day 2022 Duel in the Pool in Sydney, Australia.

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How To Watch The 2022 Duel In The Pool Between the US and Australia (Swimming)

Find out how to tune into the action as Team USA and Team Australia go head to head in Sydney, Australia for the 2022 Duel in the Pool.

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Italy Has Won a Medal in the Men’s 800 at Every LC European Championships

Gregorio Paltrinieri and Lorenzo Galossi Won Gold and Bronze at the European Championships, marking the 8th straight Championships in which Italy has medaled.

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Canadian Olympian Josh Liendo Set To Join University of Florida This Season

Three-time World Championship medalist and Canadian Record holder Josh Liendo has announced his commitment to the University of Florida.

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Delaware High School Champion Max Moen Commits to the University of Delaware

Delaware High School Champion, Max Moen, will remain in-state, announcing his commitment to the University of Delaware for the 2023-2024 season.

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