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Missy Franklin

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A huge part of swimming for me is I love it, and it is so much fun.

The Swimming Art Photo Vault

Ryan Lochte, backstroke, 2012 Indianapolis Grand Prix (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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USOC Names Michael Phelps, Jessica Long Among 2011-2012 Athletes of the Year

Swim News: Michael Phelps, 2000, 2004, 2008 & 2012 Olympian, World Champion, greatest Olympian of all-time won one of two USOC awards given to swimmers. (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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WR Weekend Wrap-Up & Poll of the Week

Garrett races 18 year old World Record Holder Akihiro Yamaguchi in this World Record Weekend Wrap-Up.

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Missy Franklin Named USA Swimming Swimmer of the Year

Missy Franklin continues to beef up her impressive resume for the 2011-2012 season with a big award at the US Aquatics Sports Convention (Photo Courtesy ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Missy Franklin Remains Steadfast in her Decision to Forego Millions

Swim News: Franklin confirms she will not turn pro to USA Today. (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Missy Franklin Joining Stand Up to Cancer Telethon with Hanks, Timberlake

The above painting of Missy Franklin was captored by impressionist Malcom Farley leading up to her Olympic exploits.

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The Allison Schmitt Photo Vault

Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures

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Missy Franklin & Jessica Long Nominated for Sportswoman Of the Year – VOTE!

Missy Franklin (above) and Jessica Long have trophy cases bursting at the seams, but both are vying to add one more national honor. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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Sprint News 9/1/12: Huge Recruiting Trips in Cal, Ervin Not Done Yet, A&M To Face 3 SEC Opponents

(From L-R) Missy Franklin, Leah Smith, Linnea Mack, Celina Li, and Kristen Vredeveld prepare to take in a Cal football game, as Tweeted by Smith.

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USA Swimming Releases 2012-2013 National Team

USA Swimming has announced the 2012-2013 National Team roster, and as always it’s stacked with superstars like Nathan Adrian. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

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The USA Swimming National Team Photo Vault

Jason Lezak, Olympic Icon, 2008 4×100 free relay savior, against Flag Art (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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Garrett Reports: SwimSwam News, August 29th

A pair of Japan’s junior stars may be holding the best tapers ever, while back here in the states the missile is set to strike in Berkley this weekend.

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Photos of 2012 Olympic Swimmers’ Tattoos are all here

Clark Burckle, go big or go home! #OlympicRingsTat

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The Best Swimmer Endorsement Deals

“Anthony Ervin’s Baby Tattoo Parlor” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

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