Michigan State Record Holder Nick Arakelian Verbally Commits to Queens University in NC
This picture, stitched together by his sister, depicts Nick and Caroline Arakelian growing up together, and now once again reunited at Queens.
Wolf Pack Gains Verbal Commitment From British Prospect Jaeger Turner
A backstroke and freestyle sprint specialist, Turner swims with the City of Salford club in Manchester, England, and was a multiple finalist at this year’s British Youth championship, as well as being former age group national record holder and podium pacer in national age group competition.
College Conferences Announce Weekly Swimming And Diving Award Winners
Several conferences announced their weekly swimming and diving award winners. Louisville’s Joao De Lucca, pictured above, is the AAC male swimmer of the week.
Kyle Gornay Verbally Commits to Cal
Kyle Gornay was one of three ultra-elite male recruits left uncommitted in the class of 2014.
Purdue Hosts Notre Dame This Weekend – Video Preview
Lizzy Lyon, Rhiannon Sheets & John Klinge preview Purdue Women’s Swimming & Diving’s home dual meet with Notre Dame.
PJ Ransford Verbally Commits to Michigan Distance Group
There ain’t no party like a Ransford party. PJ’s mom celebrated his decision with the above candy concoction.
50 Meter Butterfly Rewind – Video of Backwards Butterfly
Michael Phelps is fast, but could he swim butterfly backwards? He probably can, but until he does (with video proof), Walnut Creek Masters (WCM) Swim Team has taken on the challenge with impressive results.
Paraplegic water polo player Zach Pickett defies odds – Feature Video
Just 15 months after a horrific diving accident leaving him paralyzed from the chest down, Zach Pickett inspires with a quiet and unassuming spirit, a courageous and harrowing story, and a positive and straightforward attitude.
New York Athletic Club Making Waves in Olympic Swimming
Tyler McGill of the NYAC famously kisses his wife after making the 2012 U.S. Olympic Swimming Team in the 100-meter butterfly at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Omaha, Nebraska.
Coach’s Log: Stanford Men
Stanford Head Coach Tedd Knapp and Assistant Scott Armstrong talk about a Wednesday afternoon on the Farm.
ACC Swimmer of the Week Accolades go to Jonathan Boffa and Alexia Zevnik
Boffa (featured image), a native of Verona, Italy, earned two individual victories in the 100 (44.03) and 200 (1:37.47) freestyle events against Florida State and Georgia Tech to capture ACC Male Swimmer of the Week honors.
SMU Takes On In-State Foes In A Pair Of Dual Meets
Mustangs Head to Rice On Friday; Houston On Saturday.
The Ohio State University Adds Dustin Tynes To Verbal Commitments
Dustin Tynes from Tennessee will head north up to Columbus next year to swim for the Buckeyes. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning)
NCAA Platform Diving Champion Nick McCrory Earns ACC Diver of the Week Honors
The 2013 NCAA platform diving champion and 2013 ACC Men’s Diver of the Year, McCrory demolished the previous pool records on both springboards Saturday against the Seahawks. He posted NCAA Zone Diving Championship qualifying marks of 445.27 on the 1-meter board and 468.37 at the 3-meter height to sweep both events.
SwimSwam’s The Future of Swimming Report for 10/29/2013: Daring Dozen
The weekend of October 26-27, 2013 produced some very fast swims at the age-group and senior level. SwimSwam has chosen…
