Allison Schmitt

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“Being a part of the 2012 Olympics 400m medley relay team. I knew the three other girls already had their world records, and I wanted to join the club.”

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Full Name:	Allison Schmitt
Nickname(s):	Schmitty
Born:	June 07th, 1990
	Pittsburgh, PA
Nationality:	USA
Status:	Active

Allison Schmitt is a competitive swimmer who represents the United States internationally. She is a 4x Olympian, 10x Olympic medalist, and Olympic, world, and pan pacific champion. Background “200m freestyle” and “Allison Schmitt” are practically synonymous. The middle distance queen has won a total of 14 international medals, including nine gold. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Schmitt grew up with her parents and four siblings in Canton, Michigan. Initially, swimming was buried in the long list of other sports that comprised 9-year-old-Schmitt’s repertoire, but she remained dedicated and joined Ann Arbor Swim Club (AASC) at age 11. AASC became Club Wolverine in 2006, and Schmitt soon began training with Michael Phelps and his coach, Bob Bowman. While Schmitt attended Canton High School, her true potential began to show at a 2007 Junior National meet. After graduating in 2008, Schmitt moved with Bowman and Phelps to Baltimore, Maryland and trained at North Baltimore Aquatic Club. Schmitt made her Olympic debut that summer at the Beijing Games, swimming the 200m freestyle and the 800m freestyle relay. She placed ninth individually and helped her teammates (Natalie Coughlin, Caroline Burckle and Katie Hoff) to bronze medal and American record in the relay. NCAA Career Schmitt enrolled at the University of Georgia …

Orlando Pro Swim Series Friday Prelims Photo Vault

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2016 Orlando Pro Series: Day 1 Finals Live Recap

Orlando PSS Day 1 Finals Live Recap.

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Michael Phelps – sein Leben und seine Pläne 2016

In between some big-time exhibition swims at the Arizona State – Arizona dual meet, Olympic champion Michael Phelps found time to chat with SwimSwam about his plans for a busy 2016.

Phelps And Schmitt To Swim Exhibition Events At ASU Meet In February

Spectators at the Arizona State University versus University of Arizona dual meet slated for Saturday, February 6th will be in for a special treat.

Schmitt Chooses Stay at OTC Over Competition in Austin

Allison Schmitt stays at USA Training Center instead of competing at Austin Arena Pro Series Swim.

Bob Bowman Announces Release Date Of His Book “The Golden Rules”

Want to set goals like the GOAT? Check out ASU Head Coach Bob Bowman’s book entitled, “The Golden Rules”, scheduled to be released May 17th.

2016 U.S. Olympic Trials 6 Months Out: Women’s Formchart

Katie Ledecky and Missy Franklin will likely be the female stars of the Trials. They will also clash in the 200 free.

Allison Schmitt Adidas Swim Photo Vault

Allison Schmitt models Adidas Swim gear.

Michael Phelps to Become Coach at Arizona St. After Retirement

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Katie Ledecky blew up her home club invite Friday night, putting up a 1:41.04 in the 200 yard freestyle that moves her to #3 all-time in the event.

Blueseventy Swim of the Week: Allison Schmitt’s Timely Return To Form

Allison Schmitt won dual Winter National titles with two of her best swims since the 2012 Olympic Games.

2015 U.S. Winter Nationals: Day Three Race Videos

Watch all the action from Day Three, including Michael Phelps’ 200 butterfly final, at U.S. Winter Nationals in Federal Way, Washington.

2015 U.S. Winter Nationals: Day Two Race Videos

Watch all the action from Day Two Finals at U.S. Winter Nationals in Federal Way, Washington.