50 Meter Butterfly Rewind – Video of Backwards Butterfly
Michael Phelps is fast, but could he swim butterfly backwards? He probably can, but until he does (with video proof), Walnut Creek Masters (WCM) Swim Team has taken on the challenge with impressive results.
New Land Swimming World Record Challenges Ottesen Performance Oct 22nd 2013 – Video
Is Land Swimming an event for the AquaZone at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials? You decide.
Arena Signs NCAA Champ & American Record Holder Tom Shields and 2012 Gold Medalist Matt McLean
“I’ve been wearing Arena suits all summer and have found great success in the pool,” said Shields. “I’m so happy to officially be aligned with Arena. The technology is the best in the industry, and I am proud to represent a company that is true leader in the swimming community.”
Tennessee Aquatics Breast for Breasts Clinic for Cancer Support in Honor Kim Kredich
The event was in honor of Matt Kredich’s wife Kim who was diagnosed with breast cancer two months ago. Coach Kredich and Marshall Goldman led the breastrokers in a clinic that was followed by a 15 minute breastroke swim in support of the fight against breast cancer. The clinic attracted 160 people ranging from 7 to 79 years of age.
The Swim Team Store expands national sales force with two new hires
“Our growth in the team market has been very rapid, and we’re going to maintain the customer service that got us here.” states Vice President of Sales, Matt Zimmer. “Amy and Missy fully understand the importance of strong customer outreach, and the technology that allows us to make team fulfillment as easy as it can be.”
Two Milwaukee County pools in danger of being closed
The Schroeder South Swim Team will still exist if the Pulaski pool closes (the team uses several pools in the area), but it will be far less convenient for many swimmers to make it to practice and lessons since Pulaski is in the center of the community.
Don Henshaw Distance Swimming Workout
Don Henshaw conducts a top-notch–encouraging yet humbling–distance program, helping his athletes gain awareness of semantic points, including consistent pace work, tempo, and stroke count.
Choose Dolfin for your Swim Team this Season
Dolfin has been a leader in quality products at a value price for over 50 years. As this fall/winter swim season fast approaches us, Dolfin is excited to offer teams more swimwear, accessories, and apparel than ever before. (Image courtesy of Dolfin)
Why Join a Masters Swim Team? Video Feature
Video is courtesy of swimswam contributor and US Masters Swimmer Christina Wright. Featured USMS Swimmer: Cynthia Lewis. (Photo Credit: Mike Lewis, olavistaphotograpy.com)
Olympian Haley Anderson Set to Make Hometown Appearance
U.S. Olympic silver medalist and recent World Championships gold medalist Haley Anderson (Granite Bay, Calif.) will make a hometown appearance with the Sierra Marlins Swim Team at Lake Natomas on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 9 a.m. PT in Folsom, Calif. (Photo Credit: Mike Lewis, olavistaphotography.com)
Arena Debuts Limited Edition Suit for U.S. National Team at 2013 FINA World Championships
The limited edition POWERSKIN Carbon-Pro Mark 2 features a red, white and blue pattern and is currently exclusive to U.S. National Team athletes competing internationally. The suit was designed to celebrate Arena’s eight-year sponsorship as the exclusive outfitter of the U.S. National Swim Team. It will hit retail stores in the U.S. and internationally in October 2013. (Image courtesy of Arena)
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.
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…
Cancer Claims The Life of Matador Legend Pete Accardy
During his illustrious 24-year career as head coach of the Cal State Northridge men’s swim team, and 15 seasons as head coach of the CSUN women’s swim team, Accardy coached the Matadors to a record 13 NCAA team titles, which is still a collegiate record. Nine national titles (1975, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985) were recorded by the CSUN men’s swim team. Another four NCAA crowns (1982, 1987, 1988, 1989) were won on the women’s side. The Matador men’s and women’s swim teams also gained runner-up honors eight times. (Photo Credit: Janna Schulze)
Sprint Star James Magnussen Lands Arena Sponsorship
“I am very excited and honoured to be working with Arena in the future of my swimming career,” said Magnussen. “The company and the people are highly respected all over the swimming world and so to be joining the International Elite team is something that means a lot to me.”