Arena Wins Bidding for Huge USA Swimming Contract in Historic Shift
Swim News: The hot-pink Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro became popular thanks to wearing by athletes like World Record holder Rebecca Soni (above). Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Swim Prank Videos
If you have a swim prank video, send it to swimswam. (Swim Photo Credit: SP)
Alex Meyer Gives Hope to His Fellow Chubbers (and David)
The column that addresses the beauty and impact of swimming on self-esteem and body image. Most of the time it does this.
Ryan Lochte Signs with New Representation at CAA, Creative Artist Agency
Swim News: “At CAA, Lochte will be handled by a team of agents headed by Lowell Taub. “(Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
From Swim Fan to SwimSwam
Superstars like Elizabeth Beisel have inspired many to venture into competitive swimming; few of those began at age 23. Ashley Wozny begins her journey now. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
5-time London Olympic Medalist, Coutts, Finally Lands Major Endorsement
Swim News: “In London, Coutts won gold in the women’s 4×100 freestyle relay, three silver medals in the 200 individual medley, 4×200 freestyle relay and the 4×100 medley relay, and a bronze in the 100 butterfly.” (Swim Photo Credit: SPR)
British Swimming’s ‘Splash Awards’ Cancelled
Karen Pickering has cancelled the “Splash Awards,” an event she created to honor the best in British Swimming.
Michael Phelps’ Olympic Super Agent, Carlisle, Respected as Creative Force
Swim News: “In the afterglow of Michael Phelps’ crowning 22 career Olympic medals, Team Phelps is enjoying the limelight.” (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
2012 USA Swimming State of the Sport from Chuck Wielgus
Chuck Wielgus, USA Swimming Executive Director, delivers the 2012 State of the Sport Address.
The Swim Bachelorette
“Nathan Adrian & Anthony Ervin make the Swim Bachelorette’s list.” (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Natalie Coughlin, Olympic Preview
Natalie: “100 back, fly and free are my focus. I’m still testing the 200 IM…not sure if I’ll swim it in Omaha.” (Photo Courtesy © Tim Binning, theswimpictures.com)
USC’s 32nd Annual Swim with Mike Fundraiser
Thanks to USCJulie for posting the above video from the 2007 event, where Will Ferrell raced football coach Pete Carroll in a 50 free.
In Briefs: Speedo Grand Challenge Psych Sheets and Events to Watch
The Speedo Grand Challenge begins this morning out at Irvine’s William Wollett Aquatics Center, site of last year’s USA Swimming…