The Powerlist

From Elite Swimmer To Beer Craftsman

Robert Margalis, a two-time Pan American champion, has traded in his suit to become the head brewer at Bootlegger’s Brewery in Fullerton, California.

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Try This Simple Tweak for More Effective Self-Talk

The language you use has a direct effect on your effort, your confidence, and your results. Here’s a simple self-talk tweak you can make today.

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Don’t Rush: La Challenge Che Coinvolge I Nuotatori DI Tutto Il Mondo

Don’t Rush di Young T & Bugsey (feat. Headie One) come colonna sonora ed i nuotatori di tutto il mondo si uniscono in una challenge diventata virale

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Answers Alert For SwimSwam Brain Teaser: Time For A Swimmer Scramble

Think you’re the best of the best when it comes to aquatic brain teasers? Challenge your teammates and friends to a fun swimmer word scramble.

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Backstroke Specialist Ben Eckerson Verbally Commits to Virginia Tech for 2021

Backstroke specialist Ben Eckerson has announced he will be joining the Virginia Tech Hokies as a member of the class of 2025.

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British Open Water Specialist Gordon Mason to Join ASU in Fall 2020

Last summer, Mason represented Team Great Britain at the 2019 World Championships in Gwangju, where he raced to a 42nd-place finish in the 5K contest.

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Coast Guard Academy Swimmer Owen Gibson Awarded Fulbright Scholarship

Gibson is at least the 3rd swimmer to have been honored as part of the Fulbright program so far in 2020.

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Texas Picks Up Verbal Commitment from 1:02/2:16 Breaststroker Channing Hanley

Summer Juniors qualifier Channing Hanley (2021) has announced her verbal commitment to the University of Texas women’s swimming and diving team.

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21st Maccabiah Games Postponed from 2021 to 2022

The 21st edition of the Maccabiah Games, a global multi-sport event for Jewish athletes held every four years, has been…

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NCAA’s Division III Considering Its Own Name-Image-Likeness Rules

The goal is to have new NIL legislation adopted at the 2021 NCAA Convention and then implemented before the 2021-22 academic year.

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NCAA Allows D1 Schools to Reduce Scholarships; Alters Recruiting Rules

While the NCAA rejected Division I schools’ first request at a blanket waiver, they’ve approved 3 others this week to help programs deal with the…

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World C’ships Silver Medalist Matsumoto Time-Trialed 1:45.44 200 Free In March

Katsuhiro Matsumoto put the pedal to the medal in a 200m freestyle time trial in March, further cementing himself as a 2021 Olympic threat.

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Univ. of Wisconsin Athletics Asks Top 25 Earners to Take Voluntary Pay Cuts

Between those voluntary pay cuts and work hour reductions of around 350 employees, the department hopes to save around $2.8 million. Head swim coach Yuri Suguiyama (above) was not among the top 25 in 2019.

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How Eddie Reese Became The Most Successful College Coach In Swimming

Reese has built an incredible legacy at the University of Texas, leading the men’s team to unparalleled excellence.

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Grant Hackett Turns 40, Marking Half-a-Lifetime Since Dethroning Perkins

It’s been almost 20 years since Grant Hackett beat Kieran Perkins at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney in the 1500 free. Hackett turns 40 on Saturday.

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