Swimming Canada Honours Organizers of Lac-Megantic Event
At the Swimming Canada AGM the organization honoured the organizers of the Lac-Megantic Open Water event with the President’s award,…
Donate to Paralympian Mallory Weggemann gaining new mobility – only 2 days left
Mallory is in her final days of trying to raise money, and can really use your help. Any amount you can donate you will be greatly appreciated, so that she may continue to reach her dreams, and inspire others.
Swiss Swimming Federation Looking For New Head Coach
The Swiss Swimming Federation will be looking for a new National Team Head Coach for January 2014. The Swiss Swimming…
British Swim Coaches Association Honors Jon Rudd as Coach of the Year
Jon Rudd has been named the top coach in Britain by their swim coaches’ association.
Revenge of the Nerds: All-time Women’s Olympic Medal Winners
You might be surprised to learn that it’s Kirsty Coventry who has won the most individual Olympic medals, among women, of all time. Believe it. (Photo Courtesy: Facebook/Kirsty Coventry)
Junior National Team Breaststroker Emily Kopas Commits to Michigan
Emily Kopas is following in her family’s maize-and-blue footsteps.
Indian Swimmer’s Doping Ban Reduced From Two Years to One
Jyotsna Pansare’s doping sentence is being reduced to only 1 year, and she will be able to keep all of the wins and records she set.
Austin Swimming Gets Injection of Enthusiasm with Hansen & Foley
Brendan Hansen has stepped into a roll as coach at Lost Creek Aquatics in suburban Austin. “Now is the time for me to teach the younger generations everything that I’ve learned in the sport,” said Hansen, who will be coaching at all three Lost Creek Aquatics locations.
Duke Picks up Sub-49 Butterflier for Class of 2014
Duke has brought in another impressive butterflier – their fifth guy under 50 seconds in high school in the last two recruiting classes.
South Carolina Men Get Their First Big Verbal of the Season Kananowicz
The South Carolina Gamecocks have signed a strong recruit from Idaho for the class of 2014.
Florida Signs In-State Freestyler/Backstroker from St. Petersburg
Florida has gotten a verbal commitment from a Florida 1A sprinter – a group they’ve nailed in recruiting for the last year.
San Antonio In Discussion for 2015 U.S. Junior Nationals; U.S. Open
San Antonio’s new Northside Aquatic Center could host big national meets in 2013.
Studio Theatre in D.C. Produces Play About a Swimmer Discovering Steroids
Red Speedo is a play about a swimmer who, on the eve of the Olympic Trials, discovered performance-enhancing drugs of a competitor in a refrigerator. (Photo Courtesy: Teddy Wolff)
How Does It Work: FINIS Neptune MP3
The FINIS Neptune is like no other waterproof MP3 on the market. Although it has been largely successful in nearly 70 countries around the world, many competitive swimmers and coaches are quick to write the Neptune off. Understanding the technology and the applications of Bone Conduction Audio during training will revolutionize the way swimmers perform in large blocks of training.
Swimmer’s Snorkel Goes Pink to Fight Cancer
During the month of October, FINIS is issuing a special offer on the Pink Swimmer’s Snorkel. In addition to receiving their Snorkel, customers will receive a *FREE* Pink Mesh Gear Bag along with their order.
