“This is our Superbowl week” Chuck Wielgus on Olympic Trials (VIDEO)
“This is our Superbowl week,” said Chuck Wielgus, Executive Director of USA Swimming, referring to the Olympic Trials in Omaha….
Olympic Trials Press Conferences Photo Vault: Phelps, Franklin, & More
Simone Manuel, Matt Grevers, Missy Franklin, Michael Phelps, Bob Bowman, Maya DiRado, and the NBC News team all held press conferences on the final day before the competition begins in Omaha.
Maya Dirado Definitely Not in 200 Fly, 200 Free is a Maybe (VIDEO)
Maya Dirado, who could come out of Trials as the fastest American IM’er headed to Rio, talked about her training…
Michael Phelps Shows Off Warmup Pool Day Before Olympic Trials Start
The greatest-ever, Michael Phelps, went live again on Facebook this morning. Posted by Michael Phelps on Saturday, June 25, 2016 Phelps…
Rio Torch Relay Day 54: Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul
The Olympic torch moved into the city of Camp Grande on day 54 of the torch relay.
Adidas Brings The A-Station To Omaha
adidas will showcase its innovative a-station concept in North America for the first time as Omaha plays host to the US Olympic Swimming Trials.
Members of U.S. Olympic Squad to Sign “Rio Flip Flop” Upon Making Team
Remember the Olympic Trials telephone booth installation from 2012? This time around, it’s getting a little more tropical.
Matt Grevers on the 100 Back: “I Want to Hold My Title” (Video)
In the conference, Grevers discussed the highly anticipated matchup between himself, David Plummer, and Ryan Murphy in that event. He expects it to be one of the fastest races of the meet, and thinks it’s possible for all 3 of them to be right there with the World Record.
Dana Vollmer: “The Hard Times Have Made Me Stronger Than Ever” (Video)
Vollmer’s family has made the whole experience different for her. The combination of perspective, emotional strength, and being able to feel like she can handle anything life throws at her has made her swim faster.
Beisel Talks Milk Life Endorsment and Singing with Allison Schmitt
“Schmitty and I would always sing the song “Cheers” by Rihanna before every race and I think that’s why we swam so well, because we were genuinely having fun.”
Watch: Todd Schmitz on 2012 “Call Me Maybe,” Culture of U.S. Team
“In the team’s area at the Olympics, the American almost always have the most athletes sitting there because they’re truly invested in it. As kids finish the meet, you’ll listen to them walk into the next session like, ‘Alright! I’m the number one cheerleader now!'”
Missy Franklin: “I’m going to be ready when I need to be ready”(Video)
Missy Franklin sat down for a press conference today in Omaha discussing the upcoming U.S. Olympic Trials.
Pellegrini Breaks Her Own National Record in the 100 Freestyle
Federica Pellegrini broke her own Italian record of 53.55 in the women’s 100 freestyle posting a time of 53.18 at the Settecolli Trophy…
McKendree Adds Eleanore Stevens as Assistant Coach
McKendree University swimming and diving coach Jimmy Tierney announced recently that Eleanore Stevens will be joining the Bearcats’ coaching staff for the inaugural 2016-17 season.
U.S. National Teamer Claire Adams Breaks Hand the Week Before Trials
USA Swimming National Team member Claire Adams has broken her hand and undergone surgery, but still plans to compete at this…
