The Official 2018 SwimSwam U.S. Nationals Preview Index
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Donovan Named Director of Competitive Swimming for Jersey Wahoos
Jersey Wahoos announced the appointment of Paul Donovan as their new Director of Competitive Swimming, making him responsible leading and delivering the complete Wahoo program from lessons to the Senior National group.
2018 U.S. Nationals Previews: Open Field Behind Margalis in 200 IM
The race for 2nd in the 200 IM has been blown open in light of recent events, but Olympic medalist Melanie Margalis remains the heavy favorite.
FINA Unveils 2019 Hosts, Dates for Diving World Series
FINA is pleased to reveal the 2019 calendar of the prestigious annual circuit of the FINA/CNSG Diving World Series, a competition exclusively open to the world’s diving elite with numerous World and Olympic champions taking part every year.
2018 U.S. Nationals Previews: Franklin, Schmitt Go for 200 FR Comeback
There’s an obvious frontrunner in the American women’s 200 free field based on the past few seasons: distance superstar Katie Ledecky. Missy Franklin, the short course American Record holder, is looking to make a comeback though.
Hungary Ousted in Water Polo Quarterfinals for First Time Since 1991
For the first time since 1991 Hungary will be missing from the semi-finals of the men’s tournament at the European Water Polo Championships: the Magyar side was ousted by the Olympic champion Serbian team with ease.
2018 U.S. Nationals: Katie Ledecky Press Conference (Video)
Katie Ledecky rounded out the athletes that came to talk with the press today, and she gave us a gentle reminder. It’s not easy being Katie Ledecky
2018 U.S. Nationals: Simone Manuel Press Conference (TYR Announcement)
Simone Manuel signed with TYR! Listen to what Simone has to say about that
2018 British Summer C’ships Day 1: British Breaststroking Pride
Two-time Olympian Craig Benson threw down a new personal best, while 14-year-old Cameron Williams established a new British national age group record in the 100m breaststroke on day 1 of the 2018 British Summer Championships.
2018 U.S. Nationals Preview: Open Water Upset For 2nd in Women’s 1500?
Leah Smith is the presumed runner-up in the women’s 1500, but with a handful of talented open water swimmers taking to the pool in Irvine, her position is in danger.
Olympic, World Champ Simone Manuel Signs On With TYR
The last of the three big sponsorship dominoes has fallen, with Olympic and World champion sprinter Simone Manuel announcing a sponsorship deal with TYR.
2018 U.S. Summer Nationals Pick’Em Contest is Live With Prizes
Pick ‘Em prizes are here. Many thanks to SwimSwam’s U.S. Nationals coverage sponsor, Speedo USA, for these prizes.
2018 U.S. Nationals Preview: Adrian’s Trials Streak At Risk In 100 FR
Beginning in 2009, Nathan Adrian hasn’t lost the 100 freestyle at a U.S. selection meet. That streak goes on the line on Wednesday.
2018 U.S. Pan Pacs Qualifying: How Many Doubles Needed?
Katie Ledecky should account for at least 3 doubles if she wins the 200, 400, 800 and 1500 frees. How many doubles are needed for Team USA to start selecting second, third and fourth-place finishers to the Pan Pacs roster?
2018 U.S. Nationals: Nathan Adrian Press Conference (Video)
Nathan had a lot to say about the current doping climate as well, claiming the US as truly holding it’s athletes accountable to the rules they have set into place
