Maggie MacNeil Posts 55.6 100 Freestyle in Post-Practice Time Trial
Canadian World Champion Maggie MacNeil posted a 55.6 in the 100m freestyle during a post-practice time trial, which falls just a second shy of her PB.
Vitaliy Khudyakov Completes Record Breaking 56km Swim in Lake Issyk-Kul
Kazakhstan’s Vitaliy Khudyakov has become the first person to complete a 56 km swim in lake Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan, finishing in just over 13 hours.
NCAA Approves Rule Allowing Athletes to Have Commemorative Patches on Uniforms
The NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel (PROP) has approved a rule that will allow athletes to display commemorative patches on their uniforms.
Two FAST Swimmers Post Jr. National Cuts at Senior Intrasquad Meet
The Flying Fish Arizona Swim Team (FAST) hosted an intrasquad meet on August 7, where two swimmers earned their first Winter Junior Nationals Cuts.
Dressel’s Analysis of the 100 Breaststroke AR Reveals his Versatility
In his fourth race dissect, Caeleb Dressel takes a look at his 100 breaststroke American Record, which is traditionally an “off” event for him.
Indian Creek High School Renames Swimming Pool After Chase Smith
Indian Creek High School in Trafalgar, Indiana has renamed its swimming pool after swimmer Chase Smith following his recent re-diagnosis with cancer.
SEC Delays Football Season Until September 26, No Non-Conference Games
The SEC has delayed the start of its football until September 26, and teams will only play in-conference games amid concerns about the coronavirus.
Bolles School Swimmers Post Nation-Leading Times at First Meet Since Shutdown
Several swimmers from the Bolles School Sharks in Florida posted nation leading times and personal bests during the team’s first meet since the coronavirus.
Junior National Champ Lydia Jacoby Returns to Competition in Black v. Gold Meet
Last weekend, swimmers from three Alaskan teams competed in the annual Black vs. Gold Meet, including junior national championship Lydia Jacoby.
Speedo Marketing Manager Karen Cermak Dies After Battle With Cancer
Speedo Sports Marketing Manager Karen Kolb Cermak died from cancer on July 17. She worked throughout her illness, serving teams across the west coast.
Division II Administrative Committee Allows Temporary Eligibility Waiver
The Division II Administrative Committee will allow athletes to obtain an eligibility waiver if they play less than 50% of their season due to coronavirus.
Update: Cooper Sever Completes 24 Hour Swim in Honor of Uncle Chris Wooten
Cooper Sever has completed the 24 hour swim that he was attempting in honor of his uncle Chris Wooten, a North Carolina police officer.
Former WR Holder Jesse Vassallo Demonstrates His Team’s Open Water Safety Plan
1984 Olympian and former world record holder Jesse Vassallo made a YouTube video highlighting how his team is training safely amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Open Water Olympic Medalist Marc-Antoine Olivier Looking Ahead to Tokyo
Arena Elite Athlete Marc-Antoine Olivier has been France’s top open water swimmer since winning bronze the 10km in Rio. Now he’s looking towards Tokyo 2021.
Longtime New England Swimming Official Bob Menck Dies at 59
Longtime New England Swimming official “King” Bob Menck died at the age of 59. He officiated meets across the country including the US Olympic Trials.