French National Director Jacco Verhaeren Speaks On Marchand, Selection Process & Paris Prep
Verhaeren believes the presence of Leon Marchand has helped elevate the entire French team as they gear up for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Is This the Fastest October Ever in the NCAA? | SWIMSWAM BREAKDOWN
we discussed the crazy fast swims we’ve seen this October from NCAA dual meets and the first stop of the World Cup in Berlin
LIVEBARN Race of the Week: Qin Haiyang Ties His Own Asian Record in the 100 Breast
Qin Haiyang ripped a 57.69 100 breast as part of his Berlin breaststroke sweep. The time tied his Asian record and set a new World Cup record.
Ohio State Ends Circuit with Tug-of-War Before 34×50 on Saturday AM | PRACTICE + PANCAKES
On Saturdays, you can catch the Ohio State swim team in the weight room (a DIY gym inside an old basketball arena) at 7am for their weekly full-body circuit
Michael Andrew Candid in Interview: “There’s a Silver Lining in Missing that Team…”
Michael Andrew, prior to the start of the World Cup Series, had a candid conversation about his disappointing summer and his plans for the future.
Kelly Pash on Pan American Games Prep: “it’s definitely a different mindset”
The Texas women’s first meet of the season saw 5th-year Kelly Pash clock a 1:52.9 200 Fly, the top time in the nation by over 3 seconds
Tanica Jamison Building Legacy at Helm of Houston Swimming
Tanica Jamison is in her third season as the head coach for the Houston women’s swimming and diving team but she’s looking much further ahead than that.
WATCH: Ruta Meilutyte Fires Off 29.56 50 Breast For New World Cup Record In Berlin
Ruta Meilutyte clocked 29.56 to establish a new World Cup record in the women’s 50 breaststroke, tying herself for the 10th fastest performance all-time.
WATCH: Marchand’s Insane Triple, Dolan’s 19.04 50 Free, and More ASU Highlights vs. UNLV
Among the highlights were Leon Marchand’s otherworldly triple of nation-leading times, Ilya Kharun’s freestyle range, and Jack Dolan’s 19.04 50 free leadoff.
WATCH: Simone Manuel Earns Promising 200 Free Win (1:43.15); Regan Smith Swims 2 Best Times
Simone Manuel saved her best for last in the 200-yard freestyle, using impressive closing speed to capture a comeback win over Regan Smith and Paige Madden.
LIVEBARN Race of the Week: McKeown Wins 100 BK in Berlin, Hits 4th Fastest Back-Half Split
Kaylee McKeown hit 57.95 to break the World Cup 100 back record in Berlin, her second WC record of the meet. Her 2nd 50 split is now the 4th fastest all-time.
WATCH: Jordan Crooks Rips 16.99 50 Free With Fins at Tennessee-UNCW Exhibition
The highlight of Friday’s exhibition came in the men’s 50 free showdown with fins, where Jordan Crooks clocked a 16.99 to beat teammate Gui Caribe (17.41).
WATCH: Kelly Pash 1:52 200 Fly, Olivia Bray 51.6 100 Fly/51.7 100 Back, & More
Notably, the longhorns who are gearing up for the Pan American Games later this month suited up and swam exhibition races
How Olympic Trials Qualifier Riley Spitser Transitioned from Athlete to Musician
From NCAA swimming to making music, Riley Spitser takes us through her journey from athlete to musician (her 2nd single “A Shadowy Place” is out today)
The First Finals of the Berlin World Cup Should Get You Excited for this Olympic Season
On the first day of the first World Cup stop in Berlin, finals were bananas. And it’s *October*.