What Does The Fox Say – Northern Michigan University Swim Jam
SwimSwam contributor, Kelly McCommons, is a former swimmer and current swim coach who is a broadcast journalism student at Northern…
Gustavus Squad Splits; Lose in Winona, Win at Eau Claire
It was a busy Saturday for the Gustavus men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams. While half the squad was in Winona, Minn. taking part in the Saint Mary’s University Invitational, the other half was in Eau Claire, Wis. competing in the UW-Eau Claire Invitational.
Arcila Named AAC Swimmer Of The Week
The Cali, Colombia, native led SMU at Rice on Friday evening with a record-setting performance in the 100-yard backstroke. Arcila finished in a time of 56.41 to break the previous record, which was set by fellow Mustang Therese Svendsen in 2011.
Penn Quakers Get A Verbal From California’s Peterson
Alex Peterson of Laguna Hills CA has verbally committed to swim for the University of Pennsylvania Quakers.
Shchukin, Goettler net Swimming & Diving Weekly Honors for St. Bonaventure
Shchukin (featured image) recorded three first-place finishes over the weekend, including a victory in the 100-yd freestyle in which he posted a time of 44.09. His time in 100-yd free currently ranks as the 7th fastest time in the nation.
SDSU’s Hogue, DU’s Roas Collect Weekly Swimming Awards
South Dakota State’s Wil Hogue and Denver’s Johanna Roas were named The Summit League’s Men’s and Women’s Swimmers of the Week for their performances Oct. 29-Nov.4.
Three New Names Appear on USA Swimming Permanent Ban List
Three names that we have not yet reported have appeared on USA Swimming’s list of individuals permanently suspended or ineligible….
Gregg Troy Rehashes Florida’s Dual Meet Against Georgia
Florida head swimming and diving coach Gregg Troy had his regular press-conference today to talk about the Florida-Georgia meet from last…
Sun Apologizes, But Will Be Detained
As reported on by SwimSwam yesterday Chinese Olympic champion Sun Yang was involved in a minor motor vehicle accident where he was…
South Dakota State’s Florand, Denver’s Badillo Named Divers of the Week
South Dakota State’s Connor Florand and Denver’s Cat Badillo were named the Men’s and Women’s Divers of the Week for their performances Oct. 29-Nov. 4.
Two Virginia Men’s Swimmers, Including All-American Alexiou, to Seek Transfers
All-American Nick Alexiou is one of two sophomores who have decided to transfer from Virginia.
Chris Morgan Leaves Harvard, Takes Job as Head Coach at North Shore YMCA
Chris Morgan, formerly of Harvard, has taken a new position with the country’s biggest YMCA team.
University Houston Swimming and Diving Photo Vault
Swimming Photos are courtesy of the University of Houston Swimming and Diving Team and photographer Stephen Pinchback / UH Athletics Communications.
2013 Golden Goggle Awards Silent Auction is now LIVE
Get excited swim fans! The 2013 Golden Goggle Awards Silent Auction is now LIVE online and open for bidding! One of the many items up for bidding is a lunch with Olympic gold medalists Cullen Jones (featured image) and Rowdy Gaines.
Sculling Paddles for an Early Catch
No matter what level of swimmer you are, there is always room to improve your “feel” for the water.
