Louise Hansson: It’s Easier to Set Goals When You Know Where You’re At
USC’s Louise Hansson had a big day 2 at the SMU Classic, throwing down top tier times in both the 200 back and 200 IM.
Comerford Doubles with 4:39 500 FR, 47.0 100 FR to Close SMU Classic
She and Michigan’s Siobhan Haughey went head-to-head, flipping just a hundredth apart (22.93 to 22.94) at the 100. Comerford had the back half speed to get it done, though, touching in 47.00 to Haughey’s 47.22.
Watch Comerford’s 1:41 200 Free, Hansson’s 51.5 100 Fly (Race Videos)
Several nation-leading swims came on Friday night as the 24th annual SMU Women’s Classic kicked off in Lewisville, Texas
Comerford Posts 1:41.7 200 Free, 50.7 100 Fly Split at SMU Classic
While she typically swims the freestyle leg, Comerford took over the fly leg of the 400 medley relay this time, posting a 50.73 to give the Cardinals a huge lead.
First Annual SwimSwam NCAA Division 1 Women’s Preseason Picks
Stanford may be the clear favorite to win the 2018 NCAA Division I team championship, but we don’t think they’re going to win quite every event.
Comerford, Hansson Headline This Weekend’s SMU Classic
Mallory Comerford will lead her Louisville squad this weekend at the SMU Classic.
Scott Hauls in Triple as USC Downs San Diego
Junior Riley Scott was arguably the most impressive swimmer of the meet, taking 3 wins individually.
2017-2018 Women’s NCAA Power Rankings: First Edition
You’ll never guess who we ranked #1… Ok, you might. But there are a few interesting offseason shake-ups, including one team outside the top 10 last year bringing in two impact transfers to surge towards the top 5.
College Swimming Preview: #9 USC’s Incoming Class is Small but Mighty
USC has only a small freshman class, but blue-chip breaststroker Margaret Aroesty has potential to become a bona fide star.
Hungarians, Swedes Disqualified For False Starts In Mixed Medley Relay
Daniel Gyurta’s false start DQed the Hungarians in the mixed medley relay.
2017 World Champs: Italy Pulls 3 Swimmers on Day 1 (Scratch Report)
Silvia di Pietro (above) is one of three Italian swimmers scratching out of day 1 prelims. Other scratches include Louise Hansson of Sweden, Manuella Lyrio of Brazil, and Matias Koski of Finland.
2017 Worlds Preview: King The X-Factor For Americans In Medley Relay
Lilly King will be the leg that divides the U.S. from the Australians in the women’s 400 medley relay.
2017 Worlds Preview: Sjöström 50 FL 2% Faster Than Next-Best Performer
24.43 in a 50 butterfly for women is kind of ridiculous, and it’s astounding how much faster Sjöström has been compared to the next-best competitor.
2017 Worlds Previews: USA Spells Trouble for AUS in W. 400 Free Relay
After a strong showing in the 100 free at U.S. Nationals, the American women are now a serious threat to the Australians in the 400 free relay at the upcoming 2017 FINA World Championships.
Louise Hansson Doubles Up On Final Day Of Swedish Summer Nats
Louise Hansson finished off Sweden’s Summer Nationals with two wins on day 5.