UVA Class of 2025, McKeown & Qin DOMINATE, & Regan’s 2Fly Record | SWIMSWAM BREAKDOWN
This morning, we discuss Virginia’s MASSIVE men’s Class of 2025, the conclusion of the World Cup circuit, and Regan Smith’s new American record
One Day, Four Top 20, Five Commits, What. Just. Happened for the Virginia Men
The Virginia men had five commitment announcements today, with four of them in our top 20 recruits, including #1 Heilman and #2 Williamson.
Thomas Heilman, The No. 1 Recruit In High School Class Of 2025, Commits To Virginia
Heilman, arguably one of the greatest high school recruits ever, made the huge decision to stay in-state and follow his older brother to Charlotesville.
Maximus Williamson, The No. 2 Recruit In High School Class Of 2025, Commits To Virginia
Williamson is arguably the most versatile swimmer in his class, and will make major impact for Virginia’s team come time for fall 2025.
Grant Murphy, the Maryland LSC Champion in the 400 IM, Commits to Virginia
Grant Murphy, an IMer and middle-distance swimmer from the Annapolis Swim Club, has joined Virginia’s historic recruiting class.
Thomas Mercer, The No. 8 Recruit in High School Class of 2025, Commits to Virginia
Mercer already would make an ACC final in both IMs. Mercer already has numerous 2024 US Olympic Trials qualifying times.
Josh Howat, The No. 12 Recruit in High School Class of 2025, Commits to Virginia
Josh Howat swam best times in both the 50 and 100 freestyles in both LCM and SCY in the last year and will head to Virginia.
USA Swimming National Team: A Swimfo Showcase
Looking at the USA National team roster, we get a chance to dive deep into the factors behind the six fastest American swimmers across each event.
Ultra Swimmer of the Month: Maximus Williamson
Williamson led all swimmers with seven medals at the 2023 World Juniors, claiming six golds and setting a new 17-18 NAG record in the 100 free.
Meet The 380 Men Who Have Qualified For The 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials
Kieran Smith leads all male swimmers with eight events in which he’s qualified for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials.
SwimSwam’s Official Ballot for the 2023 Golden Goggles Awards
As the open water World Championships bronze medalist in the 10k, Katie Grimes is the clear choice for Open Water Swimmer of the Year. The rest of the selections are much murkier.
Grimes, Alexy Highlight USA Swimming’s 2023 Golden Goggle Award Nominees
Katie Grimes picked up four nominations for her performances this year, while Jack Alexy was nominated in three different categories.
SwimSwam Pulse: 56.5% Think 1-2 U.S. World Junior Swimmers Will Make Olympic Team
Leah Hayes and Maximus Williamson are the clear candidates to make the Olympic team after racing at World Juniors, but there are other contenders.
Doha 2024 Worlds Qualifying: Where Do the American Men Stand?
Since so many are prioritizing other meets, there are opportunities for American men to claim medals and earn prize money that could extend their careers.
Way Too Early Recruit Ranks: Boys High School Class Of 2025
Thomas Heilman (pictured) leads this class, and is arguably one of the best male recruits in the history of American swimming.
