Despite Tough Standards, Japan Assembles Its 2nd-Largest Olympic Squad
Despite tough Japanese Olympic-qualifying standards that sometimes stood quicker than the country’s own record in the event, the Japanese are bringing its 2nd-largest swimming squad ever to an Olympics.
WATCH: Kierra Smith Makes The Olympic Team In The 200 Breaststroke
Kierra Smith qualified for the 2016 Canadian Olympic team in two individual events: the 100 and 200m breaststrokes and will also likely be taking the reign on Canada’s 4x100m medley relay.
WATCH: Williams, Titley On All 4 HPC – Ontario Girls Making The Team
With a little bit more speed and some more improvement off the flying starts it’s likely they could get into the 3:33-high range come Rio which would make them one of the best teams worldwide.
Everything is Worth It: Heading Towards Retirement
I am about one year out from my official retirement from swimming after a long fifteen-year career, and I have always considered this sport to be one of the biggest contributors to who I am as a person.
Serbia, Montenegro Draw Opposite Groups for Men’s Olympic Water Polo
FINA has announced the draws for the 2016 men’s Olympic Water Polo Tournament, and the groups have ridden out fairly…
After Kiss’ Resignation, Hungary Names New Head Coach
Former Hungarian National Head Coach Andras Hargitay will reclaim the role after Laszlo Kiss’ resignation last week.
South African Olympic Trials Day One Video Highlights
Watch video highlights from day one of South African Olympic Trials.
Summer Mortimer Not Named Among 18 for Dutch Paralympic Squad
The Dutch Paralympic list is out, and Summer Mortimer, IPC world record holder in five events, is not on the team.
Staying Afloat: The Life of a Swim Mom
Swimming is an amazing sport, and competitive swimming trains true athletes. I’m continually impressed with the discipline, athleticism and mental toughness it takes to be a competitive swimmer.
Harvard’s Schuyler Bailar Featured on 60 Minutes
Harvard University’s Schuyler Bailar made headlines tonight while he was profiled by CBS Television Network’s “60 Minutes.” Bailar has been blazing the trail as the first ever openly transgender athlete in an NCAA Division 1 Men’s Sport.
Groves and McEvoy Add Second Individual Event to Their Schedule in Rio
Six athletes were added to the Olympic team on day five of the Australian Championships…
Hear McEvoy & Chalmers Poolside Immediately After 100 Free Final
What does going 47.04 in the 100m freestyle feel like? Hear firsthand from 2016 Australian National Champion, Cameron McEvoy.
Courtney Kalisz Inducted into Maryland Swimming Hall of Fame
Courtney Kalisz (right) pictured with her former coach at NBAC Paul Yetter (left). Yetter coached Kalisz for 7 years in Maryland.
Christopher Reid Breaks African Record in 100 Back Prelims in Durban
Christopher Reid didn’t score at NCAAs, but made up for that with an Olympic berth from the South African Olympic Trials.
