Best Underwater Swimming Photos of 2017
2017 was another exciting year in our sport which led to the creation of some interesting imagery. Once again, we…
Katinka Hosszu Sends Personalized Thank You Gift To LeBron
Olympic champion Katinka Hosszu recognizes greatness and inspiration in other sports’ athletes, including in American basketball icon Lebron James.
SwimMom Musings: Having The Heart
My daughter is home on winter break from Davis & Elkins College, her first semester as a student and an NCAA athlete is done.
Rebecca Soni Explains How to Beat Pre-Race Anxiety
Have you ever battled with pre-race anxiety? Olympic gold medalist Rebecca Soni shares her advice on how to beat this powerful foe…
Swimming Teens Launch Kickstarter for First Parka Made for Girls
We created the swim-brand Wotter to empower girls to stay in swimming and to raise awareness that more female swim coaches are needed to create strong role models for young girls.
How Does Social Media Affect College Recruiting?
It’s a good idea to talk about social media with your kids earlier rather than later
SwimSwam Pulse: 51% Pick Grothe’s 500 Free Over 1650
In a very tight poll result, 51.7% of voters said Zane Grothe’s 4:07 500 free was more impressive than his 14:18 mile.
Swim Teens Launch Kickstarter for First Parka Made for Girls
“We set out to create our brand Wotter to empower girls like us (and you!) to stay in swimming and to raise awareness that more female swim coaches are needed to create strong role models for young girls.
Shouts From The Stands: Swimming Without A Team
I’m not on a swim team. I’m not a lifeguard, referee, coach or a swim parent. I’m a 20-something millennial trying to figure out adult life. But when I’m getting to know someone new I tell them, ‘I am a swimmer.’
9 Recruiting Tips From SwimSwam Readers
I was talking with a mom on our club team whose swimmer is beginning to look at colleges.
Retta Claus Is Back With Ideas For Swimmers On The ‘Nice’ List
Retta Claus has kept her eye out on gifts for that special swimmer in your life. Check them out while you still have shopping time!
The Final Year Of Swimming
It is 6:30 a.m. I am standing at the edge of the pool, looking down at my toes as they are lapped by the clear, cool water. Thirty minutes ago, I rolled out of bed to the sound of my alarm clock shrilling above my head.
Leadership Lessons From A Swim Referee
This past weekend I had the privilege of being “on deck” as a Referee as I spent a day at the Olympic Pool in London, an architectural marvel and a centerpiece of London 2012.
Michael Chadwick on Partnership with Enviro-Sports Services (Video)
“Enviro-Master is built on many strong principles and values that line up well with my own and together, I hope we can continue to foster growth and character in our communities”