2014 Mesa Grand Prix Preview: Links, schedule and storylines to watch
22-time Olympic medalist Michael Phelps will make his official comeback at the 2014 Mesa Grand Prix. But that’s far from the only storyline to watch at this week’s battle in the desert.
Hoff to Face Considerably Tougher Heats on Day 1 than Phelps in Major-Meet Comebacks
Michael Phelps (above) will have long-time national-team teammate Matt Grevers beside him when he makes his official comeback today in Mesa, Arizona.
Take Me Out to the Ballgame: Swimming stars Hoff and Durden throw first pitches for A’s and Rays
Katie Hoff threw the ceremonial first pitch at the Tampa Bay Rays game Sunday, and got a surprise from her boyfriend on the field. Meanwhile Cal coach Dave Durden is schedule to throw out the first pitch for the Oakland A’s on Tuesday.
Walsh, Mack Battle Their Way Under Old National Age Group Record
A pair of swimmers went under the old National Age Group Record in the 200 yard backstroke for 11-12 girls…
Katie Hoff 1:44 in 200 free at Gulliver Last Chance Meet in Florida
The multi-time world champ and Olympic medalist swam just her second meet since Trials in 2012, winning three events and getting close to her lifetime-bests in all three.
Katie Ledecky Breaks American Record in 500y Free at DC Metro Champs
Stone Ridge’s Katie Ledecky has accomplished something that’s only been done a handful of times in swimming history.
Video: Olympian Katie Hoff Explains Her Return to Swimming
For the first time since the 2012 Olympic Trials, Katie Hoff has returned to competition at the Speedo Winter Championships meet in Plantation, Florida.
Katie Hoff Finishes First Meet Back in Florida With 200 IM, 100 Free
Former World Record holder Katie Hoff completed her meet with two solid swims at the Speedo Winter Championships in Plantation, Florida.
Katie Hoff Returns to Competition in Plantation, Florida
Katie Hoff returned to competition at the Speedo Winter Championships in Plantation, Florida on Saturday with a solid-looking 200 free.
Ella Eastin Explains Record Breaking 400 IM at Junior Nationals – Feature Video
Many thanks to swimswam contributor Anne Lepesant for producing this interview. WOMEN’S 400 IM – 2013 US Junior Nationals –…
Emily and Ella Eastin of Socal Aquatics, Junior Nationals Standouts
Emily and Ella Eastin of Socal Aquatics breakdown their training… (Image courtesy of Anne Lepesant video capture)
US Worlds Trials Previews: Three Potential Medalists, Only Two Spots in Women’s 400 Free
Olympians Allison Schmitt (left) and Chloe Sutton (right) were both in the top 5 in the world last year, but will someone get left out in favor of fast-rising Katie Ledecky? (Photo Courtesy: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Golden Goggles Set for November 24th in Los Angeles
Jason Lezak (left) and Gary Hall Junior (right) pose at last year’s Golden Goggle Awards.
As the Dust Settles, Wootton and Gonzaga Walk Away with Metro Champs; Ledecky and Conger With Records
NOW WITH VIDEO! Jack Conger (above) and Katie Ledecky put on a show at the 2013 Metro Championships. (File Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
