The Powerlist

2013-2014 College Previews: #7 USC Trojans Will Have To Fight On To Erase Last Years NCAA Finish

The Trojans hope to return on the team podium, as pictured 3rd here in 2012, after falling down to 7th in 2013.

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Russell Wilson’s Secret Weapon – Swimming

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson got the best of his NFC West rival Colin Kaepernick with a 29-3 win over the 49ers, and he did it by relying heavily on his star running back, Marshawn Lynch. Although many factors go into exceptional performance on the field, this pair of stars both spend time in the pool. Could swimming be the Seahawk’s secret sauce?

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Annamay Pierse Set to Become the Third Olympian on OAK Coaching Staff

Former 200 breaststroke world record holder Annamay Pierse will be joining the Oakville Aquatic Club’s coaching staff for the 2013-14…

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Virginia Hires Glorius from Denison as New Diving Coach

Jason Glorius is Virginia’s new diving coach.

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2013 Duel in the Pool Set for Glasgow, Scotland in December

Matt Grevers led an American 1-2-3 with Nick Thoman and Ryan Lochte at the 2011 edition of the Duel in the Pool in 2011.

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Australian Olympic Medalist Faith Leech Passes Away at 72

Yesterday Swimming Australia announced the passing of Olympic medalist Faith Leech who died on Saturday at her home in Bendigo…

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In Briefs: Venezuelan National Record, Chinese Swimmer Nearly Drowns

High School swimming is heating up in the Northeastern United States.

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New Belmont Pool Will Only be Capable of Outdoor Long Course Meets; to Open in 2017

The Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool will no longer be an option for indoor 50 meter meets in Southern California.

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Canadian NAG Record Holder Evan White Commits to Michigan

The defending NCAA Champions from the University of Michigan have added another IM’er to replace outgoing seniors Kyle Whitaker and John Wojciechowski in 2014.

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USA Swimming Releases 2012-13 Scholastic All-American Team

There are a total of 1356 USA Swimming Scholastic All-American’s named this year.

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Junior National Teamer Cierra Runge Verbally Commits to Cal

NBAC’s Cierra Runge has made a verbal commitment to the Golden Bears of California.

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Florida HS Swimming Splits Into 4 State Championship Meets for 2013-2014 Season

East Lake’s Sydney Pickrem will be defending her 3A State Championship in the 200 IM in Class 4 during the 2013-2014 season.

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Swedish Swimming Federation Publishes European Championships Criteria

The Swedish Swimming Federation have published their qualifying standards for the 2014 European Aquatic Championships that will run from August 13-24 in Berlin…

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SMU Swimming and Diving Volunteer At Annual Tour Des Fleurs

SMU men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams have begun each of the past 10 academic years by volunteering at the annual Tour Des Fleurs. This event is held at White Rock Lake and benefits the Dallas Arboretum. The Tour Des Fleurs features a 10k and a 20k race for individuals of all ages.

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Caeleb Dressel Showing Off With Dazzling 100 Fly to Start High School Season

Caeleb Dressel began his high school season with an impressive 47.3 in the 100 yard fly.

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