4 Reasons Why Year-Round Swimming is an Important Activity to Consider
Here are 4 reasons why parents should strongly consider keeping their kids enrolled in year-round swim lessons.
2018 U.S. Nationals Previews: Conger-Clark-Kalisz Rematch in 200 Fly
After an incredibly close finish at 2017 nationals, we’ll get to see a rematch between Jack Conger, Chase Kalisz, and Pace Clark in the 200 fly.
Press Conferences + Pancakes: US Nationals Day 0 Highlights (Video)
I thought it might be nice for viewers to go over all of the press conferences, and pull my personal favorite highlights
Simone Manuel’s TYR Contract Includes Unprecedented Inclusion Rider
Though exact details have not been released, Manuel’s contract stipulation is believed to be the first of its kind in professional sports.
The Official 2018 SwimSwam U.S. Nationals Preview Index
Bookmark this page to stay on top of every race we preview and for a quick look at our top picks in each race.
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.
