Grant Hackett Admits Himself Into Hospital
Another not-so-good piece of news is being reported regarding Aussie distance legend Grant Hackett.
Run it Back: Recapping Russian and Chinese Doping Scandals
Russia’s Yulia Efimova tested positive for a second time – just one piece of a winding puzzle of doping in Russia and China early in 2016.
Aussie Swimmers To Serve Self-Imposed Ban From Rio’s Opening Ceremony
“It’s something a lot of athletes love to march in it but at the end of the day they are there to compete,” says Australia’s Chef de Mission, Kitty Chiller, regarding the Olympics’ Opening Ceremony.
Jacco Verhaeren Says Russian Doping Allegations Are Of Little Surprise
“After the athletics (scandal) it should come as little surprise but it’s still shocking,’’ Australian Head Coach Jacco Verhaeren says regarding the alleged systemic doping within Russian swimming.
Verhaeren Spearheads New Aussie Selection System For 2018 C’Wealth
In another initiative as leader of Swimming Australia, Jacco Verhaeren just announced yesterday that Aussie swimmers set to compete at the Commonwealth Games in 2018 will be pre-selected.
Gold Coast Aquatic Center To Remain Roofless
The idea of a permanent roof over the Gold Coast Aquatic Center was nixed by Commonwealth Games Minister Stirling Hinchliffe.
New Dutch Jr Swimming Rule Requires Qualifying Time in 200 To Swim 50
In an effort to build a foundation of strength and stamina in young athletes, the Royal Dutch Swimming Federation (KNZB) has enacted a new rule concerning junior swimmers’ event eligibility.
Verhaeren: Roof Needed On Gold Coast Aquatic Center To Ensure Legacy
Team USA got soaked both in the pool and out at the 2014 Pan Pacific Championships, held at the roof-less Gold Coast Aquatic Center.
Australian Athletes Told To “Tweet Or Compete” At Olympics
Australian Olympic hopefuls are told to think long and hard about utilizing social media when in the midst of competition.
Swimming Australia Names 2016 Aquatic Super Series Roster
Swimming Australia Chief Executive Officer Mark Anderson says the Perth Aquatic Super Series will kick start a massive year of swimming for the Dolphins.
Swimming Australia Extends Coach Jacco Verhaeren Through 2020
Swimming Australia announced this week that it has extended the contract of National Head Coach Jacco Verhaeren through the next Olympic cycle ending in 2020.
Dutch Swimming’s Technical Director To Depart After 2016 Olympic Games
Dutch Swimming’s Technical Director, Joop Alberda, has announced he will be leaving the organization sometime after the 2016 Olympic Games.
Jacco Verhaeren Listens To Legendary Coaches From Australia’s Past
Australian Head Coach Jacco Verhaeren and storied Australian coaches from the past engaged in a recent meeting of the minds.
Queensland CEO Continues Talk Circuit On Kids Being Overworked (Audio)
Listen to Queensland Swimming CEO, Kevin Hasemann, voice his opinions on what he calls the “real crisis in the sport of swimming”.
Larkin, McEvoy On Dolphins’ Rio Protocol Camp Experience (Video)
You’ve read about it, now see it in action – Australia’s elite taking part in their “Rio Protocol Camp” in Canberra.
