Beata Nelson Had No Expectations Heading into World Cup, Ended Up Overall Winner
This was the first time Nelson had competed in the world cup at all, but it didn’t take her long to get her feet wet, literally or figuratively.
Tom Shields Weighs in On World Cup, Trials, and NCAA | SWIMSWAM BREAKDOWN
This week, Olympic champ Tom Shields joins the SwimSwam Breakdown and we discuss the World Cup, Olympic Trials, and NCAA Dual Meets.
What Will It Take to Pull Off 2024 Olympic Trials aka “The Meet of the Century”?
The CCO updates us on where USAS is at in their prep, including what the venue will actually look like with all 3 (yes, 3) pools inside.
Ledecky World Record, Texas-UVA, & Peaty’s Motivation | THE SWIMSWAM BREAKDOWN
This week we discuss Katie Ledecky’s 1500 free (SCM) world record, the upcoming Texas-Virginia dual meet, and Adam Peaty’s new-found motivation.
Brent Arckey on Coaching Summer McIntosh, Managing High-Performance Athletes
Recently, up-and-arrived Canadian superstar Summer McIntosh has moved to Sarasota to train with Brent and the Sharks.
SwimSwam Breakdown: SCM World Records, NCAA History, and Simone Back in Action
This week on the SwimSwam Breakdown, we discuss 2 new world records, swimming in the NCAA, and Simone Manuel’s return to racing.
UVA Coach Todd DeSorbo Tracks Swim Data Netting Dramatic Results
“Matt (King) was like a 22.6 PB in the 50m free,” Coach Todd DeSorbo said, “ and he won U.S. Nationals with a 21.8, a big drop.”
#2 in Class of 2023 Rex Maurer Goes In Depth on Decision to Swim for Stanford
Listen to what Rex has to say about his recruiting process, swimming in the last few years, and why we will now see him on the Farm in just one year’s time.
Stephanie Morawski on Supporting Harvard Women Through Foundation of Joy
It may seem obvious, but the Harvard team is full of high achievers. Keeping a group of type-A athletes in a good mental state is a big priority for Morawski
After A Very Long Break Hali Flickinger Returns to Racing At The FINA World Cup
Olympic medalist Hali Flickinger has taken the longest break of her career since winning gold and silver at the 2022 FINA World Championships.
NCAA Champion Carsten Vissering on Training For, Making US Bobsled National Team
Vissering explains why he chose bobsled, how he was selected for the national team, and what that will look like for him moving forward.
Better Dryland Training with Chris Ritter of SURGE Strength
On the SwimSwam Podcast today we welcome back my friend and go-to for all things dryland training, Chris Ritter, founder of SURGE Strength.
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FINA To Allow Wearable Technology in Races Starting Jan 1st 2023
Last week FINA Technical Congress passed of a proposed change to rule SW 10.8. As of Jan. 01, 2023 wearable tech will he legal in races.
Take a Deep Dive into the Mike Bottom Philosophy (PODCAST)
When it comes to helping the swimmer, he has decades of wisdom and he’s been sharing his thoughts openly on his Instagram (@mikebottom)
SwimSwam Breakdown: Steve Jungbluth, Texas Men, and FINA Backstroke Rules
we discuss Steve Jungbluth’s departure from Florida, what’s happening with the Texas men, and why FINA can’t decide on a rule for backstroke finishes.
