Gunnar Bentz on Summer Event Lineup: “Who Knows” (Video)
At the wall it was Bentz, who came back in 27.94, out-touching the other two for the win in 53.03, with Shields 2nd in 53.08 and Lanza 3rd in 53.12.
Cordes has No Set Plan for Training/Relocating Moving Forward (Video)
With his long time coach in Auburn, Sergio Lopez, moving to Virginia, Kevin Cordes is still unsure about what the future holds for his training plan
Blake Pieroni Describes Stand Up Set with Zach Apple (Video)
Indiana’s Blake Pieroni was a tick off his morning swim for 2nd in 49.13, and Justin Ress managed to close better than his teammate Ryan Held to take 3rd in 49.18 to Held’s 4th place 49.54
Lilly King on Training: “We’ve been bustin it” (Video)
Lilly King shares about how her training this spring has fashioned her into a more well-rounded breaststroker
Ledecky on Indy Performances: “It’s not something that should surprise me” (Video)
Katie Ledecky was dominant in the women’s 400 final as expected, blitzing her way to a 3:57.94, the 2nd fastest time in history
Arizona State Fosters Long Course Culture Under Bowman (Video Report)
Since the arrival of Bob Bowman and his staff at Arizona State University, the program has been on the rise, both on the NCAA and international stages
Arizona Gives Assessment of First Year Under New Staff (Video Report)
Busch spoke about how the biggest goal he had coming into UofA was to build a sustainable and winning culture, not necessarily to place X spot at the PAC-12 conference of NCAA championships.
Coleman’s Carpool: How To Talk to Olympians (Video)
At Pro Swims, it’s a no brainer that you see a lot of fast swimmers. Whether they’re on the national team, Olympic champions, NCAA stand outs, or rising stars, you’re bound to see talent if you go to one of these meets. If you’re competing in the meet as well, this can be a rare opportunity to meet and talk with your swimming idols
WATCH: Gary Taylor’s Introductory Press Conference at Auburn
Auburn’s new head swimming coach Gary Taylor was formally introduced to media during a press conference on Tuesday in Auburn, where…
National Team Managing Director Lindsay Mintenko Speaks on Athlete, Coaches Selection Process (Video)
SwimSwam recently spoke with National Team director Lindsey Mintenko and asked her about her thoughts on these selection procedures, both old and new.
Practice + Pancakes: Arizona State Perfects Long Course Technique (Video)
If you’re technique is shaky, it is revealed on a much bigger scale than in the yards pool. Getting early work in the long course season is never a bad thing
Grand Canyon University Analyzes First Year in Division I (Video Report)
SwimSwam spoke with head coach Steve Schaffer as well as a few of GCU’s stand out athletes this year about their experience competing at the highest level.
Coleman’s Carpool: Allison Schmitt Tells Tales from Schmeisel World Tour, Grad School, and Mesa
In light of her recent return to competition, SwimSwam got in the car with Olympic champion and current Tempe, Arizona local, Allison Schmitt.
Arthur Albiero Comments on Leading Team USA This Summer (Video)
When catching up with SwimSwam in Mesa this past weekend, Albiero emphasized his admiration of the “no ego” culture of the Team USA coaching staff
Ray Looze Comments on Leading Team USA Men This Summer (Video)
Looze mentioned that he is a big walker, and invites both coaches and athletes to walk and converse with him so he is able to get to know them and vice versa