The Powerlist

Tokyo Olympics Could Be Canceled If Coronavirus Vaccine Not Found

The head of the Japan Medical Association said that the Tokyo Olympics could be canceled – not just postponed – if a vaccine for coronavirus isn’t found.

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BSN Sports Swim Team of the Week: Cincinnati Marlins

We’re taking a look at at the Cincinnati Marlins, a USA Swimming club that’s racked over the accolades over the last 60+ years.

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Top NCAA Division I Football, Basketball Coaches Taking Pay Cuts

Schools are starting to share that highest-paid personnel will be included in plans to mitigate the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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ISL Teams Allowed To Protect 8 Athletes Apiece For 2020; Non-Free Skins Coming

In a live Facebook interview, International Swimming League officials shed some light on the recruiting/roster-building process for the ISL’s second season.

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Swimming From Home: What Will Getting Back in the Pool Look Like?

We spoke with ASCA CEO Steve Roush on what getting back in the pool might look like once the full quarantine begins to lift

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USA Swimming Announces $1 Million in Grants to Support Member Clubs

USA Swimming CEO Tim Hinchey (above) says this is an initial amount of funding, part of a goal to generate $5 million for clubs in partnerships with LSCs.

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Japanese Swimming Federation Donates 17,000 N95 Masks To Tokyo Hospitals

With the Japan Swim having been cancelled, the Japanese Swimming Federation made use of the masks set for spectators at the event.

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World Athletics Creates Support Fund for Athletes Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic

The international governing body that covers track & field will pay out $500,000 to assist athletes who have lost most of their income.

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Improve Your Flexibility Instantly With Olympic Coach Ross Gerry (WeCoach4u)

This video will help you improve your flexibility right away, exploring three areas of competitive swimming that often get neglected in dryland training.

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Why Does My Swim Bag Smell?

We have all left a wet towel in our swim bag overnight or for a couple of days only to open the bag to a rather pungent smell.

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Kara Lynn Joyce & Kristy Kowal: “Come On Down!”

Two American Olympians will be in the spotlight in a place far away from an Olympic pool, but still in front of a major crowd.

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Hinsdale Central Names New 10-Lane Pool After Hall of Fame Coach Don Watson

The new Hinsdale Central 10-lane pool will be named after legendary boys HS swim coach Don Watson, a positive effect of the April 2019 budget cut avert.

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Paolo Barelli: Governo Dica Subito Quando Riaprire Impianti Per Tutti

Paolo Barelli, Presidente della Federazione Italiana Nuoto chiede al Governo di chiarire subito quando piscine e palestre potranno riaprire.

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Partners in Performance: Bruno Fratus and Michelle Lenhardt

Lenhardt, Fratus’ wife, plays a crucial role in supporting the Brazilian sprint star, including in the lead-up to the 2017 World Championships in Budapest.

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Inspiration Is Something You Do For Yourself

“In my time as a coach, athlete, student, human being on this planet I have found that it is our emotional connection to something that motivates us.”

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