The Powerlist

ESPNU To Air Tape-Delayed Broadcast of 2014 Men’s NCAA Championships Wednesday Night

Relive the Cal men’s 2014 NCAA Championship run on ESPNU Wednesday evening.

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45 Selected to Huge Para Pan Pacs Team Including Both Newcomers and Veterans

Jessica Long will be among the 45 swimmers representing the U.S. at the 2014 Pan Pacific Para-Swimming Championships in Pasadena, California.

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Northwestern Appeals Regional NLRB Decision on Student-Athletes to National Board

Northwestern University has predictably appealed the decision of a Regional Director of the NLRB to its full board in Washington, D.C.

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Le Clos Wins 3rd Event, But Run for 8 Golds Ends on Wednesday at SA Nationals

Chad le Clos took the 200 back title on Wednesday, but was upended by another South African star, with relative ease, later in the session.

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Fitter and Faster Swim Tip: To Breathe or Not to Breathe in Freestyle

Olympians Adam Brown and Peter Vanderkaay discuss when to breathing in freestyle.

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Emma Reaney, American Record Holder, Named ACC Women’s S&D Scholar-Athlete of the Year

Notre Dame junior Emma Reaney, an American Record holder in the 200 yard breaststroke, was named the top student-athlete in women’s swimming & diving in the ACC for the 2013-2014 season.

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Michael Phelps’ Coach Bob Bowman: The 6 Characteristics of Champions

If you are a swimmer, swim-parent or swim coach, this is a must-see video. NBAC Coach Bob Bowman delivers a powerful message.

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Martina Rita Caramignoli takes over top world ranking in 1500 at Italian Trials day 2

The 22-year-old’s 1500 time was one of three top-5 swims in the world put up on day 2 of Italian Nationals.

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Duke’s Nick McCrory Named ACC S&D Scholar Athlete of the Year; Five Graduate as Four-Time All-ACC Selections

Duke’s Nick McCrory landed the ACC Men’s Swimming & Diving Scholar Athlete of the Year Award for the 2013-2014 season on Wednesday.

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One Of The Best Chest Exercises For Swimmers: 1-Arm Chest Press

From a kinesiology overview, the pectoralis major (chest) does not contribute significantly for forward propulsion. Therefore, prescribing a bunch of exercises that strengthens the chest would not be the most ideal way of going about things. Don’t get me wrong, we need to work these muscles as well, otherwise the imbalances in the posterior and anterior torso can lead to injuries.

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Arena Signs Three-time Gold Medalist Rowdy Gaines

“Having an ambassador like Rowdy is an incredible asset for us as we work to not only raise our brand profile, but also to grow the sport of swimming,” said Tim McCool, Vice President and General Manager of Arena North America.

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Ryan Lochte and Speedo “Float for Hope” in Kansas City

Ryan Lochte: “As a kid, I remember seeing Olympians come to the pool and being so excited and motivated just getting to be around them. It shaped me as an aspiring pro athlete, and now I want to teach these kids the same– that if they set their mind to it, they can accomplish anything.”

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Michael Andrew 50 Yard Free NAG Record – 19.76 – Better Video

Michael Andrew lowers his 50 yard free NAG Record from 19.85 to 19.76.

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First annual Crippen Cup race to launch from Fort Myers this weekend

A crowd of American and international open water stars are slated to attend, with $10,000 in total prizes up for grabs and Canada selecting its Pan Pac team at the event.

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Boyle and Snyders Make Additional Selection Standards On Day Two Of New Zealand Championships

On the second day of the State New Zealand Open Championships World Championships medalist Lauren Boyle and Glenn Snyder both made the Commonwealth Games selection standard in their second event…

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