Michael Andrew Turns Pro, Youngest Male in U.S. Swimming History
“Swimmers turning pro in high school isn’t unheard of. Michael Phelps signed his first endorsement deal on October 4th, 2001 with Speedo, a few months after his 16th birthday.”
USA WUG Open Water Rosters, Coaching Changes, Non-Olympic Events Announced
Emily Brunemann was one of four swimmers named to the 2013 World University Games roster. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
USA Open Water Swimming World Championships Roster Set
Andrew Gemmell is one of eight members on the Team USA Swimming’s open water squad that will race in Barcelona this summer. Gemmell, a 2012 Olympian, will likely contend for a spot on the pool squad too. Photo: Mike Lewis, OlaVistaPhotography.com
US Worlds Trials Previews: Three Potential Medalists, Only Two Spots in Women’s 400 Free
Olympians Allison Schmitt (left) and Chloe Sutton (right) were both in the top 5 in the world last year, but will someone get left out in favor of fast-rising Katie Ledecky? (Photo Courtesy: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Ruta Meilutyte Gets 2nd European Record in a Week at Barcelona Stop
Lithuania’s Ruta Meilutyte now owns both sprint records on the Continent.
Former WR Holder Carly Piper Resumes Coaching Career at SWAT
Olympic gold medalist and former World Record holder Carly Piper has taken up a senior coaching job in Wisconsin. (Photo: Sgt. Brandon D. Bolick
2013 Worlds Trials Preview: Lochte in Control of 200 IM Destiny
Ryan Lochte should take first in the 200 IM at World Championship Trials. The real question: who will grab the second spot?
2013 FINA World Championship Schedule Slightly Tweaked from 2011 Edition
Hungarian Laszlo Cseh could be hurt as much as anyone by the changes to the World Championship schedule in 2013. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Two Bridges, Two Races: CIBBOWS Season Opener
“Coney Island Brighton Beach Open Water Swimmers, better known as CIBBOWS, kicked off their 2013 season with the Two Bridges 2.5K and 5K swims in Poughkeepsie, New York.” (Photo Credit: Jake R. Bright)
Fit & Healthy Pregnancy Guidelines for Swimming
“Fit & Healthy Pregnancy reviews up-to-date research to show that exercise during pregnancy isn’t just safe, it’s ideal for health and wellness.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
Michael Andrew, 14 Years Old, Explains Going Pro, Video Interview
“Late Sunday evening, fourteen year old swimming phenom, Michael Andrew, signed his first endorsement deal, officially making him the youngest swimmer in United States history to turn professional.”
The Nike Swim Photo Vault, 2013 Swimsuits
” Nobody Understands Human-Powered Speed Better Than Nike”
Vikings’ Swimming and Diving Program Adds 16 for 2013-14 Season
“I am excited about the 16 new swimmers that will be on our Viking ship for the 2013-14 season. We will have a new look. It will be exciting and I can’t wait to get going!” (Photo Curtesy of Cleveland State)
SPIRE Academy Celebrates a Successful 2012-2013 Season
SPIRE has had a monumentally busy and successful sesaon. SPIRE hosted the following Championship swimming events: • Ohio High School Sectional…
Open Water Swimming Updates: Not easy Getting around Manhattan; McCardel is in Cuba
photo: Mike Lewis, OlaVistaPhotography.com
