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"I don't have any superstitions, but what I always travel with is my pillow and my coffee."

Kate Douglass and Leon Marchand Snubbed By 2023 “Best College Athlete” ESPY Nominations

Despite posting historic NCAA seasons, Douglass and Marchand were not nominated for the 2023 “Best College Athlete” ESPY award given to a male and a female.

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The Story Behind the Name: The Mel Zajac Jr. International Meet

The 2023 edition of the Mel Zajac Jr. International Swim Meet is in its 58th year and has been named after the Canadian swimmer for more than 20 years.

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Gattnar Sets NCS Meet Record in 50 FR, Smith Scares Coughlin’s Legendary 100 Back Mark

In the 100 back, Campolindo junior Adriana Smith came just .01 seconds shy of breaking the legendary NCS meet record set by Natalie Coughlin back in 1999.

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After Historic NCAA Career, Kate Douglass Has Her Eyes Set On Long Course

After completing one of the most accomplished NCAA careers in history, Douglass is ready to start a new chapter in her life and swimming career.

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The Four Best NCAA Swimmers Of The 21st Century And What Sets Them Apart

In this article, we contextualize the achievements of Caeleb Dressel, Natalie Coughlin, Leon Marchand, and Kate Douglass and note what sets them apart.

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Four Storylines To Watch At The 2023 Pro Swim Series – Westmont

A healthy mix of pros, NCAA stars, and juniors head to Westmont for the next stop of the Pro Swim Series. Here are some key storylines to follow at the meet.

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Leon Marchand Becomes First NCAA Champ Since Natalie Coughlin To Complete Perfect Season

After going 26-for-26 in individual events this season, Leon Marchand has matched what NCAA legend Natalie Coughlin did 20 years ago.

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Katie Ledecky E Simone Manuel In Gara Alla Pro Swim-Fort Lauderdale

Per la prima volta in 21 anni, il Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center ospiterà un evento nazionale di alto livello all’inizio di marzo. i presenti

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Ledecky, Manuel Confirmed For Pro Swim At Newly-Renovated Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center

Katie Ledecky leads a star-studded group of U.S. Olympians confirmed to be competing at the event which kicks off on March 1.

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Katie Ledecky, nominada en los Premios Laureus

La estadounidense, de brillante 2022 por lo hecho en Budapest, entre las candidatas para ser galardona como la mejor del deporte mundial.

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United States Breaks Women’s 4x100m Freestyle American Record From 2014 In 3:26.29

Torri Huske, Kate Douglass, Claire Curzan, and Erika Brown broke the American Record from 2014 in the 4×100 freestyle relay with a 3:26.29.

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Katie Ledecky Among 18 Athletes Nominated for 2022 AAU Sullivan Award

Katie Ledecky is among 18 athletes nominated by the Amateur Athletic Union for its 2022 James E. Sullivan Award honoring the nation’s top amateur athlete. 

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Olympic Icons Natalie Coughlin, Mary T. Meagher Highlight Cal Alumni Practice

SwimSwam got the chance to observe the Cal women welcome its alumni back to Speiker Aquatic Center in Berkeley, California last weekend

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Natalie Coughlin Elected to Second Term on USA Swimming’s Board of Directors

Three-time Olympian Natalie Coughlin is one of five 10-Year Athletes on the board of 15 members, having served in that role since 2018. 

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Elaine Breeden is Inducted into Stanford’s First All-Female Hall of Fame Class

Stanford Athletics celebrated Title IX’s 50th anniversary by inducting its first all-female Hall of Fame class, including 2008 Olympic swimmer Elaine Breeden.

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