Six Olympians Headline Fantasy Camp with 15 Olympic Medals Represented
Olympic icon and masters swimming world record holder, Rowdy Gaines, joins Olympic Champions Ricky Berens, Janet Evans, Garrett Weber-Gale, Gold Medal Mel Stewart and Olympic Coach David Marsh to host the most exclusive Fantasy Swim Camp in history.
Olympic Gold Medalist to Host First-Ever Cullen Jones Diversity Invitational, Oct. 11-13
Four-time Olympic medalist Cullen Jones, the Queen City Dolphins, and Speedo will host more than 500 swimmers from around the United States at the first-ever Cullen Jones Diversity Invitational (CJDI), a three-day, USA Swimming-sanctioned swim meet, held Oct. 11-13 at the Mecklenburg County Aquatics Center in Charlotte, N.C.
Swim Across America To Raise Funds For Cancer Research At UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital
Swimming enthusiasts, including former Olympians, kayakers and volunteers will take part in Swim Across America’s eighth annual San Francisco Bay Area Open Water Swim, benefiting two Bay Area cancer research programs.
Oprah and Diana Nyad: The Power of the Human Spirit – airs Sunday Oct 6
Diana Nyad (from the show): “There’s a Henry David Thoreau quote that really grips me hard and it says when you achieve your goals in life, it’s not what that gets you. But it’s who I am.”
Duke Swimming & Diving Adds Hazelton to Coaching Staff
Katie Hazelton has joined the Duke swimming and diving coaching staff as a volunteer assistant diving coach, as announced by head coach Dan Colella Wednesday, Oct. 2.
New Dolfin Platinum2 Colors Available for Pre-Order
At Dolfin we believe everyone deserves the chance to swim fast and that is exactly what we had in mind when developing Platinum2 technical swimwear. Tested and Approved by top Olympic and National swimmers and coaches, the Platinum2 is exactly what an athlete needs to feel fast and be confident that they are wearing a suit that will allow them to race at their full potential.
Swim Across America Gold Coast Swim and Kickoff Party Announcement
The event will include swimmers of all ages and skill levels. Swimmers may participate in a 200 yard surf dash, a 1 mile swim or a 10k swim. All the swims will start and finish at Spanish River Park.
Mustangs Compete In Intrasquad Meet, Prepare For Start Of Season
“The intrasquad meet was a good opportunity four our team to race, practice relay starts and do some team building,” Head Coach Steve Collins said. (Photo Courtesy Rachel Balke)
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.
Records Fall At Purple-Gold Intrasquad Meet
“We couldn’t be more pleased at where we are right now,” Pirate head coach Rick Kobe said. “We anticipate having another outstanding season and with all the fast swims today and the 10 records set; we’re well on our way.”
Ben Hewitt Named Women’s Swimming and Diving Head Coach at Depauw
Ben Hewitt hired to replace Matt Ense as Women’s Swimming and Diving Head Coach at Depauw.
Blueseventy Planning Ahead with nero14
Nero14, the latest technical racesuit from blueseventy, is set to dive into pools around the world from 1 January. Serving as the next generation suit to evolve from the experience of racing in finals in London last summer, nero14 has been body-fit tested by top swimmers, is made from seamless construction and is exceptionally compressive to reduce hydrodynamic drag and support muscular function.
Thomas Elevated To Associate Head Coach For WKU Swim And Dive
Western Kentucky University swimming and diving head coach Bruce Marchionda announced a title change on his coaching staff, as Brian Thomas is elevated to associate head coach after three years as WKU’s assistant coach.
Former Iowa Head Coach Glenn Patton Earns Hall of Fame Nod
Former University of Iowa men’s swimming coach Glenn Patton will be inducted into the Alfred State Athletics Hall of Fame tonight in Alfred, N.Y. The induction is the second for Patton, as he was named to the National Iowa Varsity Club Hall of Fame in 2009.
