Ryan Lochte

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I might wear my pink Speedo…I think I should.

Universal Sports Network and USA Swimming Extend Television Partnership Through 2016

Full Name:	Ryan Lochte
Nickname(s):	Jeezy
Born:	August 03rd, 1984
	Rochester, NY
Nationality:	United States of America
Status:	Active

Ryan Lochte Ryan Steven Lochte has become one of the most recognizable faces of swimming, overtaking the media’s attention leading up to the 2012 Olympic Games in London, and hanging on to it with an iron fist. The 12-time Olympic medalist is known for working hard and playing harder. Skilled in long course and short course competition, Lochte holds world records in the 200 (LC and SC), and 400 (SC) individual medleys, and shares the 4x200-meter free relay record with Ricky Berens, Dave Walters, and Michael Phelps. Early life Though Lochte was born in upstate New York, his family moved to Gainesville, Fla. when he was 5, so that his father, Steven, could continue to coach swimming. While under the aquatic tutelage of both parents – his mother was also a coach – Lochte goofed off in practice and gravitated toward land sports such as basketball and skateboarding. It wasn’t until the beginning of high school, when he placed second at Junior Olympics rather than first, that Lochte put his game face on. He has played the up-and-coming underdog ever since. Lochte’s game face has many masks. His most common ensemble is that of a carefree, sun-kissed swimmer’s version of a rockstar, or rap star, …

Universal Sports Network and USA Swimming Extend Television Partnership Through 2016

“The deal includes exclusive coverage of the Grand Prix Series, begining with The Austin Grand Prix, January 18-20. Olympic Gold Medalists Missy Franklin and Ryan Lochte will headline!” (Photo Credit: USAs)

Daytona State College to Drop Swimming Program Two Years After Lochte Leaves

Don Gibb, the head coach of the Daytona State College men’s and women’s swim teams, emailed several of his colleagues…

A Ryan Lochte Fashion Line Will be a Reality

Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures

Lochte Finally Lands his E! Reality Series, Titled What Would Ryan Lochte Do?

Swim News: “Olympian, Ryan Lochte, has finally gotten his own reality show on E!, the entertainment channel, famous for shows such as Keeping Up With the Kardashians.”

Breakdown of the FINA Best Athletes Awards Voting

Missy and Michael earned the honor, but how did the voting breakdown? (Swim Photo Credit © Tim Binning, TheSwimPictures.com)

Barcelona 2013 FINA World Championships Video Teaser

Ryan Lochte (featured photo) has won multiple World Championship medals. He intends to represent Team USA at the 2013 FINA World Championships. (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

Ryan Lochte Rumored to be Dating Miss Universe Olivia Culpo?

(Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

2012 Swammy Award: National Team/National Team Coach of the Year, USA

The Team: United States of America The Man: Frank Busch The Stars: Missy Franklin, Ryan Lochte, Michael Phelps, Matt Grevers,…

Lessons From Legends: Tough Stuff, The Response

“I’m not a fan of sequels…but given the thoughtful feedback to the article “Tis The Season For…Tough Stuff” a response and an expanded view seems called for.” (Swim Photo Credit: CW)

Viral Video 2012 Swammy Award Winner, US Olympic Swim Team’s Call Me Maybe

Swim Photo Credit: CL

2012 SWAMMY AWARDS: Person of the Year, Bob Allard

Child advocacy attorney Robert Allard was involved in many extremely high-profile cases in the last year.

Best Record Breaking Performance Swammy Award Winner: Missy Franklin

Missy Franklin’s 2:04.06 in the 200 Backstroke earned her the World Record, The Olympic Gold Medal, and her First Swammy Award. (Swim Photo Credit © Tim Binning, TheSwimPictures.com)

Clutch Swim 2012 Swammy Winner, Yannick Agnel

“At 6 feet 8 inches tall and 179 pounds, all jutting joints and tendons, the Frenchman from Nimes was still a French boy, only 20 years old, when stepped on deck at the 2012 Olympic Games in London…” (Swim Photo Credit: NIV)

Speedo Will Redouble Efforts in the US Market says President Jim Gerson

Ryan Lochte, Speedo Athlete (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

2012 World Championships Medals Recap; Lochte Makes History

Ryan Lochte earned 8 medals at the World Championships to win the FINA Trophy for best male swimmer of the meet. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)