Hardcore Swim of the Week: Celina Li, Queen of the Pool
Cal freshman Celina Li took the Queen of the Pool title last weekend over world-class names like Missy Franklin, Rachel Bootsma, and Liz Pelton.
Michael Andrew Incredibly Impressive at NLU Sprint Decathlon Meet
Michael Andrew’s pentathlon time from Kansas City would’ve placed 2nd against Cal over the weekend.
2013 Cal Poly Invitational: Ryan Murphy Wins King of the Pool Crown
Freshman and top recruit Ryan Murphy bettered IM’ers Josh Prenot and Marcin Tarczynski to win the “King of the Pool” title in today’s swimming pentathlon.
Several Young Stars Are Set to Compete at the FSPA High School Invitational
The psych sheet for the 2013 FSPA High School Invitational has been released. The Bolles School broke two National High School Records at this meet last year.
USA Swimming Announces 2013-2014 National Team
35-time World Champion, and 5-time Olympic Champion, Ryan Lochte headlines 111 swimmers on the 2013-2014 USA Swimming National Team. (Photo: Victor Puig/victorpuig.com)
Nick Thoman Drops Fast 100 Backstroke After 9 months Off, 53.6 – Feature Video
SwimMAC’s Nick Thoman, who skipped Indy, was 3rd in 53.65. That should give him a spot on the National Team for the year. (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)
US Open Friday Night Recap: Murphy and Thoman Drop 53.6 in 100 Backstroke
Bolles’ Ryan Murphy just missed his best time with a 53,62 for 2nd, and SwimMAC’s Nick Thoman (FEATURED IMAGE) was 3rd in 53.65. That should give him a spot on the National Team for the year. (Photo Credit: Mike Lewis, Olavistaphotography.com)
US Open Photo Vault Day 4
Day 4 featured more fast swimming and fun times in Southern California. (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)
US Open Friday Prelims Recap, Ryan Murphy Qualified 2nd in 100 Back Final Tonight
Ryan Murphy continues to perform at the U.S. Open with a great 100 backstroke prelim this morning. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
US Open Day 3 Photo Vault
Coach David Marsh continues SwimMAC Carolina’s tradition of fast championship swimming. (photo: Mike Lewis, Ola Vista Photography)
USA Report Day 5: Feigen’s Silver Special, for Several Reasons
Jimmy Feigen’s silver medal in the men’s 100 free was the second-straight Eddie-Reese-special at the World Championships. (Photo: Victor Puig/victorpuig.com)
Scott Weltz Breaks US Open Meet Record at Day 2 of 2013 U.S. Open
Scott Weltz brings a new U.S. Open Meet Record to play in the 200 m breaststroke at Wednesday evenings finals. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, the swim pictures)
Purdue’s Danny Tucker Nearly Qualifies for National Team in Day 1 Prelims at U.S. Open
The U.S. Open began with four events Tuesday morning in Irvine, California. (Photo: Mike Lewis/OlaVistaPhotography.com)
2013 U.S. Open Full Preview: Six Things to Watch in Irvine
Lia Neal will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing World Championship Trials with a strong performance at this week’s U.S. Open.
Seth Chun Ties Ryan Murphy’s National Age Group Record
Photo and Video courtesy Linda Chung