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Iowa Selected as a USA Diving Center of Excellence

University of Iowa diving coach Todd Waikel and the Hawkeye diving program have been selected as a USA Diving “Center of Excellence” for 2014, USA Diving announced Wednesday.

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Canadian Rising Star Evan White, A Name to Remember for 2014

White has emerged as one of the most talented 17-year-old Canadian swimmers in many years. He produced numerous outstanding performances in 2013 including his December finale at the Thunderbolt Junior International in Portland, Oregon.

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Hawkeyes Set for Saturday Quad Meet

The University of Iowa women’s swimming and diving team hosts Illinois, Indiana and Missouri in a quad meet on Jan. 18. The meet will take place inside the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center beginning at 11 a.m. (CT).

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Mustang Swimmers & Divers Set To Host The SMU Classic

SMU gets its full team back together for just the second time since November when the Mustangs host the annual SMU Classic in Perkins Natatorium.

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Stingray Swim Club Lip Dub Bohemian Rhapsody

Members, young and old, of Stingray Swim Club in the Cayman Islands threw together what is sure to delight audiences everywhere with their silly antics and fully bought-­‐in performances.

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2014 Gold Meets Golden Photo Vault

“It’s great that in Hollywood they appreciate the excellence of our nation’s best athletes and give them the opportunity to meet, mingle and chat with the greatest actors of our time,” said Brant Feldman, CEO of American Management Group.

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Iowa Men Ready for Double Dual

The No. 23 University of Iowa men’s swimming and diving team hosts No.16 Indiana and No. 7 Missouri in a double dual on Jan. 18. The meet is slated to begin at 11 a.m. (CT) inside the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center.

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Arena Becomes Official Technical Sponsor of University of Texas Women’s Swimming

“The University of Texas Women’s Team is an accomplished and talented group of athletes, and we are proud to officially add them to Team Arena,” said Tim McCool, vice president and general manager of Arena North America.”

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Fitter and Faster Swim Tip: Start Reaction Drill with Claire Donahue and Adam Brown

The start is an essential part of the race, especially for the sprints. 2012 Olympic Champion Claire Donahue and Adam Brown share a reaction drill that will help you get off the blocks faster!

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Piner Named AAC Diver of the Week

Piner swept the diving events as Louisville earned a victory over conference foe Cincinnati. In the 1-meter springboard the sophomore scored a 267.35, finishing over 30 points ahead of the nearest competitor. He then won the 3-meter diving with a 326.75, recording an NCAA Zone Cut.

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Racing Weight Cookbook Serves Up the Best Foods for Athletes

Racing Weight Cookbook delivers more than 100 flavorful, easy recipes that will help athletes hit their ideal weight without compromising…

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Underwater High Elbow Catch: David Marsh Performance Video

David Marsh, Olympic Coach and CEO of SwimMAC Carolina, explains Underwater High Elbow Catch.

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Otelo Burning Trailer: Water Can Give you a Bright Future

Somewhere between City of God and Blue Crush Otelo Burning is a coming of age story set against the backdrop of Nelson Mandela’s release from prison.

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USD’s Krysl, IUPUI’s Barber Named Swimmers of the Week

South Dakota’s Colin Krysl and IUPUI’s Margaret Barber were named The Summit League’s Swimmers of the Week for their performances Jan. 10-11.

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Universal Sports Network to Air Extensive Coverage of Arena Grand Prix Series

The exclusive television home of 2013-14 Arena Grand Prix Series, Universal Sports Network is slated to broadcast extensive live coverage from the remaining five events of the latest edition of swimming’s top domestic series.

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