FINA rules Lochte’s new underwater technique illegal in IM races
FINA has clarified its rules after a bit of a legal skirmish at the 2015 World Championships, officially announcing that Ryan Lochte’s new twist on underwater kicking will be illegal in IM races moving forward.
Swim Job: Palo Alto Stanford Aquatics seeks lead Developmental Coach
Palo Alto Stanford Aquatics (Stanford Campus Site) is a comprehensive swim program that offers something for everyone, from the beginner swimmer to the world-class athlete.
How to use the FINIS Posture Trainer (VIDEO)
The Posture Trainer is a small, but mighty tool that can help improve head alignment for swimmers of all ages and abilities.
Pop Acev and Franco Win Lake Ohrid Open Water Grand Prix
Evgenij Pop Acev (MKD) and Alice Franco (ITA) were the winners of the fourth leg of the FINA Open Water Swimming Grand Prix, held on August 29, 2015 in Lake Ohrid, FYR of Macedonia.
2015 FINA Junior World Championships: Day 5 Prelims Live Recap
Team USA came out in front of the prelims of the women’s 100 fly with a 58.87 by Cassidy Bayer. That’s a new best for Bayer, who came into the meet with a 59.00 from 2015 U.S. Nationals.
Australian Olympic Committee To Enforce Stilnox Ban Prior to Rio
The Australian Olympic Committee has altered its restrictions on ‘hypnotic’ medications for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, in light of the fallout from the post-London organizational review.
FINA Bans Turkmenistani Swimmer In Doping Decision
FINA has given Hemra Nurmyradov two-year ban after testing positive for a host of banned substances.
2015 Junior World Championships: Day 5 Prelims Preview
The Championship Record is on watch in the men’s 100 free. It currently sits at 48.97 done by Caeleb Dressel in 2013. USA’s Maxime Rooney and Australia’s Kyle Chalmers pose a major threat to that.
Arizona Nabs Commitment from Abby Miller for Class of 2020
The Arizona Wildcats have claimed another commitment for their class of 2020 with Crow Canyon Country Club Sharks swimmer Abby Miller….
Aussies Still Hold Control Of Golds After Day 4 of World Juniors
Kyle Chalmers and Tamsin Cook helped bring the Aussie gold medal total to 7 after 4 days of competition at the 2015 FINA World Junior Championships.
British Swimming Launches Inaugural Awards
The nominees are Tom Daley, Rebecca Gallantree, Jack Laugher, Jessica-Jane Applegate, Ollie Hynd, Tully Kearney, James Guy, Siobhan-Marie O’Connor and Adam Peaty.
College Swimming Previews: #12 Indiana Men Building On Young Team
Head Coach Ray Looze brought in another large freshman class and is hoping to build off of their 12th place finish at the NCAA Championships last season.
Pitchfork Aquatics Joins USA Swimming, Will Operate out of ASU’s Pool
Bob Bowman will run Pitchfork Aquatics’ pro team, though it’s not yet clear if the pro/non-ASU swimmers will represent the club formally in competition.
Celebration of Life Planned for Sept. 4 for Former CSU Coach Arbini
A Celebration of Life is planned for Friday, Sept. 4, for former Colorado State swimming and diving coach Morry Arbini.
Commentary: Is the Rule that FINA is Interpreting Even Necessary?
Is the rule that makes Ryan Lochte’s IM technique illegal even necessary? Video Courtesy: Universal Sports.
