David Plummer

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Anthony Ervin to Anchor U.S. at September 14th “Raia Rapida” Series in Brazil

Full Name:	David Plummer
Born:	October 09th, 1985
	Norman, Oklahoma
Nationality:	U.S.
Status:	Retired

David Plummer David Plummer was born to parents Dan and Kathy Plummer on Oct. 9, 1985 in Norman, Okla. A former Minnesota student-athlete Plummer is a World Championships medalist and a 14-time NCAA All-American. Plummer is one of four boys -- his brothers Roy, Ryan, and Nate are all swimmers as well. In 2016 he finally became an Olympian at the age of 30 after the disappointment of missing the selection in 2008 and 2012. He finished second in the 100 meter backstroke to qualify for Rio, but his journey was less than conventional. In the four year run up to Rio, Plummer juggled a busy family life with work and his training. His wife, Erin Forster, was at med school while Plummer was coaching high school swimming. All this and two young sons, Will and Ricky who was born just weeks before the trials. But Plummer still found time to train so he could realize his dream of becoming an Olympian. Youth swimming Plummer attended and swam for Westmoore High School in Oklahoma where he won multiple Oklahoma state titles. In his senior year in 2004, Plummer posted the fastest high school 100-yard backstroke in the United States. College swimming Plummer attended the University of …

Anthony Ervin to Anchor U.S. at September 14th “Raia Rapida” Series in Brazil

American Anthony Ervin will anchor the U.S. team against Brazil, Australia, and South Africa at the mid-September Raia Rapida meet.

6 Stories to Watch, All The Links You Need For The 2014 Pan Pacific Championships

Michael Phelps makes his return to international competition in Australia this week. Get the scoop on what to watch for at the Pan Pacific Championships here.

Race Video: David Plummer Wins with an Amazing Finish in the Men’s 50 m Back

David Plummer won the A final, despite a not-so-good start, with a 24.82. Nick Thoman rolled in second, Shane Ryan…

2014 U.S. National Championships: Day 4 What to Watch For

Michael Phelps has held firm on his entry in the 100 backstroke for Saturday.

5 Storylines to watch at US Nationals – plus links, schedules, selection procedures and more!

Katie Ledecky (left) and Missy Franklin (right) are two of the many stars converging on Southern California for the US National Championships this week.

Men’s 100 Meter Backstroke – US Nationals Preview – Question marks abound in one of US’s deepest races

David Plummer (pictured) is the defending national champion in what has historically been one of the USA’s toughest and deepest events.

Fran Crippen Swim Meet of Champions psych sheets released with Hardy, Plummer among headliners

Olympic gold medalist Jessica Hardy (pictured) and World Champs silver medalist David Plummer are among the headliners of the meet, which runs Thursday through Sunday.

7 Butterfly Sets To Test Your Toughness

Seven butterfly sets from Bob Bowman to David Marsh to elites and fitness swimmers.

Swim Star David Plummer Participates in Water Safety Expo

U.S. National Team swimmer David Plummer (Oklahoma City, Okla.) will be doing a water safety expo on Thursday for Family Swim School at Brackett’s Crossing Country Club. The event will run from 4:30-6:30 p.m. CT in Lakeville, Minnesota.

Plummer is on pace to swim fast at Pan Pacific Trials

53.86 in-season 100m backstroke is no joke. Plummer’s well ahead of his own gameplan to swim fast at Pan Pac Trials.

Michael Andrew Surprised by 100 Back Speed After 3 Weeks Off (Video Interview)

Michael Andrew swam a 56.39 in the 100 backstroke at the 2014 Arena Grand Prix in Charlotte.

Charlotte Grand Prix Photo Vault #4

SwimMAC is known for excellence and this year’s USA Swimming Arena Grand Prix Charlotte has been great for athletes, coaches…

Charlotte Grand Prix Photo Vault #3 – Michael Phelps first comeback win and more

The buzz on deck last night, as expected, came during the final of the men’s 100 fly – the crowd…

Charlotte Grand Prix Day 2 Prelims Photo Vault

SwimMAC and the entire Mecklenburg Aquatic Center crew are stepping up as usual to make this year’s USA Swimming Arena…

2014 Charlotte Grand Prix: Hosszu with two top seeds, Kalisz vs Clary in 400 IM set up after day 2 prelims

Michael Phelps took the second seed in the 100 fly on Friday morning, and will be fresher at night after scratching the 200 free, where he finished 8th.