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The University of Tampa’s 2013 Incoming Class Includes 24 Swimmers

“This is probably the strongest, and definitely the most diverse incoming class I’ve had in my 34 years at the University of Tampa,” said head coach Ed Brennan. “It’s a very well-rounded class, with men and women of great character, athletic abilities, and academic desire.” (Image courtesy of the University of Tampa)

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How to be a Mean Brother – Vine Video

Ok… this is not a competitive swimming video, but there’s a pool and I’ve witnessed this move done countless times…

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8:10, The Story of British Swimming Success at Barcelona 2003 – Documentary Film

In 2003 Britain’s swimmers won a then record 8 medals at the World Swimming Championships in Barcelona. Ten years on, using exclusive new interviews, 8:10 tells the story of how those medals were won, in the words of the swimmers who won them.

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Cheer on Canadian Swimmers on Sportsnet Starting Sunday

Canadians can catch the swimming from the 2013 FINA World Championships in Barcelona on Sportsnet beginning this Sunday. Swimming Canada’s broadcast partner will be compiling a one-hour highlight show from the finals sessions from all eight days of the championships. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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How to go Swimming like a Boss – Funny Vine Video

This is the most impressive cannonball I’ve ever witnessed in my life. If you can top it, please send swimswam the video. We will post and tag with your Twitter handle.

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Young Canadian Team 12th in Worlds Open Water Team Event

The team of Philippe Guertin, Eric Hedlin and Zsofi Balazs crossed the finish line at Moll de la Fusta in 57:13.7, good for 12th in the race.

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US World Team Vine Videos, Directed by Ricky Berens

Ricky Berens goes behind the scene on the road to Barcelona via Vine! (Thanks to Jess for providing these links.)

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2013 Worlds 4×100 Free Relay, Who Will Win – Gold Medal Minute Video

At the 2013 FINA World Championships in Barcelona, Spain, Team USA has to step up, has to fill the void of Michael Phelps…no easy feat. Challenges will come from France, lead by Yannick Agnel, Russia, helmed by Vlad Morozov, and the Aussies, starring James Magnussen. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Colorado Stars Swim Team Produces Ultimate Taper Video – Geico Commercial Spoof

Swim coach Todd Schmitz of the Colorado Stars understands how awesome taper time is, and he’s produced the video to…

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Matt Grevers Fit for FINA World Championships – Gold Medal Minute Video

At 2013 FINA Worlds Grevers will face strong competition from David Plummer, France’s Jeremy Stravius, and Japan’s Ryosuke Irie and Kosuke Hagino. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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SwimSwam Store Free Shipping July 23-24, Get Your Swag Now

July 23rd and 24th the SwimSwam Store is offering free shipping, but you have to use this coupon code: XMASINJULY…

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Get Social with the Australian Swim Team in Barcelona – Video

Swimming Australia has a great team of people behind the scenes at the 2013 FINA World Championships in Barcelona, Spain…

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Zsofi Balazs breaks into top 20 in open water battle

“That was probably one of the hardest 10k’s I’ve done,” said Balazs, who turned 23 earlier this month. “It’s one of the ones that I’m most proud of also. Everyone stayed together the entire time. It was just fight, fight, fight, none of the girls would give up and the pack never spread out.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Ryan Lochte 2013 World Championship Preview – Gold Medal Minute Video

After dedicating a lot of time this sesason to his reality show, What Would Ryan Lochte Do, the diversion in Hollywood appears to have had little effect on Lochte’s success in the pool. By the numbers, Lochte dominated the men’s side of swimming at US World Trials. True, he’s not in 2012 Olympic shape, but he’s not far off either. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Ryan Lochte Goes SI Swimsuit Edition-esque in this Pre World Championships Photo Vault

Many thanks to Jess for finding these images web-wide and putting them together. All swimswam coverage of the 2013 FINA World Championships…

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