The Powerlist

No Secrets in Swimming: Sources Report Story of Michael Phelps Comeback Leak

“We’ve spoken to sources close to Phelps, and here’s their explanation for what happened…” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Yannick Agnel Headed to US to Train; Will Swim Only Relays at World Championships

French newspapers dropped two bombshells about the defending Olympic Champion in the 200 free.

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6 NCS Records Broken in Prelims; Stumph Ties National Mark

Stephen Stumph tied one National Record and broke one NCS Record in prelims of the North Coast Sectionals.

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Clark Smith Bears Down on National Record in 100 Fly in Colorado HS Championships Prelims

When Texas coach Eddie Reese went out looking for his recruiting class of 2013, he had a pretty clear focus…

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UPDATE: Michael Phelps Denies Comeback Via Twitter, Sort Of

Peter Busch, a news reporter in Florida and son of the USA Swimming National Team Director, says he has confirmed that Phelps is planning a comeback. Phelps isn’t so sure. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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FINIS Neptune, First Look

“FINIS Neptune is coming soon, a mere four days away from its release.”

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Indiana University Seeks Assistant Swimming Coach

SwimSwam was provided the information below regarding the “assistant swimming coach” position at Indiana University.

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Team SwimSpray Had a Golden Debut at Masters Nationals

“SwimSpray’s 200 Freestyle relay (Kevin Gallagher, Tom Krajewski, Brendan Gallagher, Liam Gallagher) finished in 1:24.38 – 2nd in the 25+ age group and 3rd overall.”

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Steven Stumph Ties Brendan Hansen’s National HS Record at North Coast Prelims

Stephen Stumph of Campolindo High School tied Brendan Hansen’s 100 yard breaststroke National Public High School Record in prelims of the North Coast Section Championships. (File Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Protest Filed, Denied in Men’s 10KM Final at Open Water Nationals

Men’s field on the 3rd lap at today’s national championship race at Castaic Lake. Photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography

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As Wind Ravages Course, Meyer and Ryan Go 1-2 in Men’s 10km at Open Water Nationals

Alex Meyer won the men’s 10K at the US Swimming National Championship in California. (Photo: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)

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Christine Jennings, Becca Mann First Two for US World Championships Roster in Barcelona

Christine Jennings holds of a strong field winning the 2013 national title in the 10K. Photo: Mike Lewis, OlaVistaPhotography

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Lessons From Legends: Shirley Babashoff, Is your best good enough?

Chuck Warner talks about Shirley Babashoff and the East German women of the 1970’s.

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THIS IS NOT YOUR DADDY’S BOARDING SCHOOL

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Track-Start Blocks; Underwater Pullout Changes Approved for US High School Competition

Among the major changes coming to the high school rule books includes the allowance of track start blocks, and a change to the underwater pullout rules. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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