Don Gambril

By the Numbers: Looking Back at Legendary Coach Don Gambril’s Career on His 90th Birthday

In honor of Don Gambril’s 90th birthday today, let’s look back at some career accomplishments of the legendary U.S. Olympic coach.

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Legendary Stanford Coach Skip Kenney Dies At 79

Kenney had an illustrious career at Stanford University, leading the Cardinal men to seven NCAA Championship titles during his 33-year run as head coach.

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How Eddie Reese Became The Most Successful College Coach In Swimming

Reese has built an incredible legacy at the University of Texas, leading the men’s team to unparalleled excellence.

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The 1976 Summer Olympic Games of Montreal

Courtesy of Gary Hall Sr., 10-time World Record Holder, 3-time Olympian, 1976 Olympic Games US Flagbearer and The Race Club co-founder. Part I:…

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To be a Great Coach, Be Inquisitive

Historically, some of the greatest coaches in the sport of swimming were also the most inquisitive. They never stopped questioning.

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Alabama Swimming and Diving 2012-2013 Highlights Video

This highlights video was produced by Coach Skinner. ROLL TIDE!

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The Uniqueness of Men’s NCAA Greatest Coaches

“2012 NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships, the glory of winning.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Two Olympic Milers and how they went 1-2

Brian Goodell and Bobby Hackett share their race strategy in the mile when they went 1-2 at the Olympic Games….

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Deciding to win USA’s first Olympic Gold and…DOING IT!

Making the decision of setting your goals is a first big step. Check out Katrina’s interview with Olympic Gold Medalist,…

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3 Olympic backstrokers – friends and competitors?

Dear Katrina, What is it like when you have to race your friends and main competitors in practice? To partially…

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Olympic Coach’s Perspective on the Games!

Jim Montrella, Assistant Olympic Coach in 1976 and a top coach in the USA for many years, shares his perspective…

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AD Says No New Pool for Alabama

The Crimson Tide will stay put in the Don Gambril Olympic Pool for now. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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