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Garmin Swim Watch SwimSwam Review Presented by All American Swim Supply

My old friend and swimswam partner, Keith Haden, president of All American Swim Supply, sent me this unit to test out.

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21 Swimming Stars Will Sign Autographs at US World Championship Trials

“Nathan Adrian, Ricky Berens, Tyler Clary, Cullen Jones and Dana Vollmer will headline the Fan Expo appearances, Tuesday through Friday from 4-6 p.m. at the Indiana University Natatorium. The athletes will split their time between autograph sessions and exclusive photo opportunities for Deck Pass users.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Two Turkish Records broken on third day of Mediterranean Games

The Turkish fans had a lot to cheer about on the third day of the Mediterranean Games. There were two…

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2013 Worlds Trials Previews: Will Cordes’ Short Course Success Transfer to LCM?

Kevin Cordes is viewed as the favorite by many, but Scott Weltz, pictured above, was last year’s Olympic Trials champion. (Photo credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures.com)

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Winn Aung Adds 50 Free National Age Group Record

Winn Aung of the Redding Aqua Ducks successfully knocked NBA player Kris Humphries out of the National Age Group Record book. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Duke Announces 2013-14 Swimming & Diving Schedule

“This year’s schedule provides us with some of the toughest competition in the conference both in the fall and in the spring,” Colella said. “I think it is important for our young team to see these types of competitors throughout the season and not just at the conference championship.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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What Fate Lies in Store for the Freestyle Relay 5th and 6th Place Finishers?

The above 8 swimmers, who were 5th and 6th in the 100 and 200 free at last year’s Olympic Trials, would’ve been in danger of not making the roster under the World Championship qualifying rules. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Mike Torrey elected to NHSACA Hall of Fame

Zeeland High School Coach of 33 years, Mike Torrey, will be honored at the National level on June 25th in Des Moines, Iowa.

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2013 US Worlds Trials Preview: A Dozen Names for Half a Dozen Spots in the Women’s 100 Free

There is little consensus about the favorites in the women’s 100 free except that it should be a crazy, unpredictable race. (Photo: Lia Neal, Allison Schmitt, Missy Franklin, Jessica Hardy, Courtesy Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Conor Dwyer Builds Impressive Pro Career – Gold Medal Minute Video

At the 2013 Santa Clara Grand Prix, Dwyer swam an in-season personal best in the 200 meter freestyle, 1:47.00. Considering his hard training at the Florida Gators, expect Dwyer to enjoy a big drop in time when he tapers for the 2013 US World Championship Trials. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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FINIS Updates Stroke Lab Video Software: New iPhone App, Dual Player Comparison

FINIS, a world leader in technical swimming products, announces the latest update to their Stroke Lab video software. Stroke Lab is a web-based training tool used by coaches and teams for video analysis and technique improvement. (Photo courtesy of FINIS)

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Hardcore Swim of the Week: A New Star is Born in Russia

The HardCore Swim of the week goes to Russia’s Svetlana Chimrova for her Naitonal Record setting 100 meter fly swim…

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Four more wins for Italy at Mediterranean Games

One the second night of competition at the Mediterranean Games in Turkey, Italy added four more wins for a total of nine in the competition. In three of those wins they finished in the top two spots. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Auburn to Name Penn State Head Coach John Hargis as New Top Assistant

Auburn has filled the vacant spot in their men’s and women’s coaching staffs with a significant hiring – Penn State…

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Backstroke Drill Week With The Yoopers – Video

The YMCA of Marquette County Killer Whales tackles Backstroke this week as they continue on their spring stroke series. Building upon weaknesses and common errors from the previous season and adapt those in a new environment settings and different teaching styles. (Photo / Video Credit: Kelly McCommons)

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