Garrett Weber-Gale

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Missy and Mann Double; Kierra Smith Puts up Fastest NCAA Time on Day 2 at Minn. GP

Full Name:	Garrett Weber-Gale
Born:	August 06th, 1985
	Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Nationality:	United States of America
Status:	Active

Garrett Weber-Gale Born August 6, 1985 Garrett Weber-Gale is an Olympic gold medalist originally from Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The former NCAA Champion, American Record Holder and Olympian played soccer, basketball, golf and even sailed before focusing on swimming -- the sport his mother competed in at Centenary College. Weber-Gale last competitive meet was at the 2013 Maccabiah Games in Israel, and he currently works on his company, Athletic Foodie. Age group swimming Weber-Gale began swimming at the local YMCA as a young boy, but as his talent grew he turned to club swimming. In 2003 he set his first major record, the National Public High School Record in the 100-yard free, and went on to win four Wisconsin State Championships before committing to swim at the University of Texas. University of Texas 2003-2004 After graduating from Nicolet High School in 2003 Weber-Gale began swimming for UT the following the season. The corporate communications major primarily swam sprint free and backstroke in his NCAA career, and earned All-America honors as a freshman. He anchored the 200-yard free relay to a 4th place finish, anchored the 200-yard medley relay to runner-up setting a new American Record and finished 14th in the 100-yard free. He won his first national title on the …

Missy and Mann Double; Kierra Smith Puts up Fastest NCAA Time on Day 2 at Minn. GP

The teenage women dominated the highlights on day 2 of the Minneapolis GP, including Becca Mann who moved to 3rd all-time in her age group’s history. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Franklin, Lochte Headline Field at Minneapolis Grand Prix

Ryan Lochte is among 8 Olympians planning to attend the year’s first Grand Prix meet. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Schmitt, Lochte Headline 2012 US SC World Championships Team

Ryan Lochte is one of 43 athletes who will represent the U.S. at the World Championships in December. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Azevedo Surprises Team with SwimOutlet.com Delivery in Lamborghini

“Tony Azevedo delivers free gear to a water polo team in a Lamborghini…”

The USA Swimming National Team Photo Vault

Jason Lezak, Olympic Icon, 2008 4×100 free relay savior, against Flag Art (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

The Value of Missing the Olympic Team

Garrett Weber-Gale is one athlete who is making the most of his disappointment from Trials (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Josh Davis Honors His Mother & Swim Moms

Joan Marie Ashcraft Davis, mother of five-time Olympic medalist Josh Davis, passed away last night. Josh, a beloved swimmer and…

SwimSpray at US Olympic Trials

SwimSpray’s “Shower With Me” T-shirts were a hit at Trials.

Day 6 Finals: Michael vs. Ryan in 200 IM (Recap)

Ryan Lochte and Michael Phelps squared-off in a tie-breaker matchup in the men’s 200 IM on night 6 (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Picks: Adrian Favored in 100, But Will Phelps Swim Finals?

(Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Feigen; Schmitt Make Big Statements in 100 Free On Night 1 in Austin

Jimmy Feigen was very fast in his home pool on Friday.

Last Dress Rehearsals before Trials

Michael Phelps and Missy Franklin will be in Austin, while Kosuke Kitajima and Stephanie Rice will be in Santa Clara. Some of the biggest names from this summer’s games are in action this weekend. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

2012 Longhorn Aquatics Elite Invite Preview: Peirsol on the Mic

Missy Franklin will be among the swimmers opting for Austin over Santa Clara.

SwimSpray is Everywhere This Summer

GOLD MEDAL MEL: “Andrew Chadeayne continues to take SwimSpray everywhere swimmers are and will be, from the Olympic Training Center to open water events and the U.S. Open!”

Cal Sprinters Gearing Up for 50 Free Trials

Nathan Adrian will be one of two men with a seed time under 22 seconds. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)