Nic Askew

Cullen Jones, Lilly King, Summer Sanders Among Interviews in “When Everyone Swims” Documentary

The documentary “When Everyone Swims” highlights the urgent need for water safety education, featuring Olympians and community advocates.

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Howard University’s Nic Askew Emphasizes Entire Team Effort in Historic Conference Team Titles

Askew emphasizes more than just performing for the clock. He tells his staff and athletes they have one job daily: making the team better.

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Georgetown Defeats Howard in Notoriously Raucous Battle at the Burr

Georgetown triumphed over Howard last weekend at Battle at the Burr, one of the most electric meets of the year.

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Howard Announces Date for Battle at the Burr IV, the Dual Meet That Launched a Movement

The 4th edition of the annual dual meet between Howard University and Georgetown University will take place on October 4th.

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Speedo Partners With Howard University Swim & Dive Program, Embracing ‘Go Full Speedo’ Spirit

The partnership unites Speedo’s approach with the drive and ambition of the nation’s only historically Black college or university with a swim program.

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Howard Swimming & Diving Team Hosts an Aquaman Promotion Event

Howard University swimming & diving + Aquaman: the collab.

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Howard University Head Swim Coach Nic Askew Previews “Battle of the Burr II”

Askew discusses what the Battle of the Burr means to his team, noting the level of excitement and competition that the event produces.

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Georgetown Head Coach Jack Leavitt Explains Impact of Battle of the Burr

Georgetown head coach Jack Leavitt praises Howard head coach Nic Askew’s vision, turning a dual meet into a fan-friendly “party with a purpose”.

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LIVEBARN Race of the Week: Flashback To The Inaugural Battle At The Burr

Flashback to the men’s 200 free relay at last year’s inaugural Battle at the Burr as the second edition is set to take place on October 7th.

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Howard University Started a Swimming Revolution, and UNCW Gets It

Howard University and Nic Askew popularized the idea of ‘filling dual meets with fans,’ and countries around the program are riding that same wave to full natatoriums.

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Michael Phelps, Nic Askew To Be Honored By Indiana Sports Corp With Pathfinder Award

The Pathfinder Award recognizes individuals who have made a commitment to improving the lives of others and inspiring change and action in their communities.

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Backstroker Chanice Posada Commits To Howard With Team-Leading Times (2023)

Posada will arrive at Howard with best times in the 100 and 200 backstroke that would already put her below the program records.

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Howard Gains Commit from Futures-Level Breaststroker Seth Green

Seth Green of Blue Tide Aquatics is a breaststroke and sprint freestyle specialist. He has dropped 4.6 seconds in the 100 yard breast since February 2021.

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2023 NEC Most Outstanding Swimmer Miles Simon To Use Fifth Year At Georgia

After four years at Howard University, Miles Simon will return home to Georgia to use his fifth year of eligibility with the Dawgs.

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Howard Head Coach Nic Askew Awarded 2023 Drake Hero Award

In his 9th season as head coach, Askew led the Howard men to their first Northeast Conference Championship title in 39 years.

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