Gary Hall Jr.

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Swimming Previews: Dressel on World Record Watch in M 50 FR

Caeleb Dressel has led the world rankings of the 50m free for the past three seasons. He matched his lifetime best time of 21.04 at the U.S. Olympic Trials.

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Gary Hall Jr. And Gary Hall Sr. Criticize USOPC’s Proposed Flag Redesign

Olympic medalists Gary Hall Sr. and Gary Hall Jr. appeared on Fox News this week, criticizing the USOPC’s proposal to “rebrand” its American flag logo.

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Take A Look at the Historic Progression of Men’s Olympic Swimming Medal Leaders

Even the most casual swim fans know that Michael Phelps is all-time Olympic medal leader, but here’s the other men who have led the swimming medal count.

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From 38th Trials Seed To Olympic Gold: The Stories of Low Seeds

It’s uncommon for those seeded deep in the Trials entries to make the Olympics, let alone an A-final. That rule, however, doesn’t come without exceptions.

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From 41st Seed To Trials Finalist: The Stories of the Low Seeds

It’s uncommon for those seeded deep in the Trials entries to make the Olympics, let alone an A-final. That rule, however, doesn’t come without exceptions.

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Epic Swims: Van den Hoogenband’s 47.84 100 Freestyle at the 2000 Olympics

Also known as the Flying Dutchman, Pieter van den Hoogenband earned his place among the greatest sprint freestylers of all time at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

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SwimSwam Podcast: Gary Hall Jr. on Olympic Experience: “I hate the spotlight”

Olympic legend Gary Hall Jr discussed his Olympic experience, what his training was like throughout his career, and dealing with the spotlight.

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Hall Jr., Klim Set to Lead Fitterand Faster Butterfly, Freestyle Academy

The Butterfly and Freestyle Legendary Rivals Academy, set for July 8-12, will be led by Olympians Brett Hawke, Gary Hall Jr., and Michael Klim.

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Olympic Champion Nathan Adrian Talks Candidly About Testicular Cancer

The swimming community was shocked to learn Adrian had been diagnosed with cancer. After 2 surgeries he’s back with his eyes set on World Champs.

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Goosebumps Moments in Sports

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

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Are You Anchoring to Improve Your Swimming Performances?

Anchoring is sports psychology that the swimmer does or says or thinks either standing behind or on the starting block, just seconds before the start of an important race.

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How to Swim Fastest Using New Technology

Swimming faster involves the right training and technique. Both are important. Whether we recognize it yet or not, we live in a sport where details matter. If you don’t believe that, consider the following.

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The 5 Mentally Toughest American Elite Swimmers in History

There are probably 50 or more good candidates for the top 5 spots, but this is my list. As far as the elite swimmers go, here is my top five list, which includes nine swimmers.

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Gary Hall Jr. Chosen for Arizona Sports Hall of Fame

Gary Hall Jr. went to high school at Brophy Prep. in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Michigan Overwhelms Oakland and Miami at Season-Opening Tri-Meet

Michigan v. Oakland v. Miami (OH) Sept. 28, 2018 Ann Arbor, Michigan (Canham Natatorium) Results Team Scores Michigan Men 245-…

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