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Wild Speculation: Okay Actually, There Are a Lot of Good Candidates for the Georgia Tech Job

In spite of the job opening just four days before Georgia Tech starts its fall semester, there are a surprising number of good candidates to take over the swimming program, including former assistant Michael Norment (above).

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Shout From The Stands: SwimAtlanta Outlines The Financial Benefits of Transitioning to AAU

SwimAtlanta, among other swimming clubs in the U.S., registered many of its members with AAU in 2023 – rather than, or in addition to, USA Swimming.

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1,432 Days. The Journey to Los Angeles Begins Now.

The next four years will bring wonder, amazement, amusement, and joy. But we don’t have to wait for LA to feel all of that. The journey begins now.

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The Hungry Swimmer: Cauliflower Fried Rice

This recipe makes a terrific meal prep as the vegetables hold up well to reheating and the flavors get even better after a day or two in the fridge. 

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British Olympic Champion Tom Dean Joins ‘Strictly Come Dancing’

On the heels of the 2024 Olympic Games, gold medalist Tom Dean of Great Britain has revealed he will be joining the cast of Strictly Come Dancing. 

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An Elite Swimmer’s Life After The Olympics

Swimming toward an Olympic dream is hard, but retirement may be even more difficult.

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Lacking A True “Superhero” At Root of U.S. Struggles At Paris Olympic Games

With the rest of the world catching up, the Americans no longer have that true game-changing superstar that sets them apart in the medal table.

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SwimSwam Pulse: Marchand’s Performance The Biggest Story of Paris Olympics

Marchand’s historic performances in the pool reverberated throughout Paris during the nine-day swimming competition.

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Develop An Olympic Mindset: Building Confidence

Dr. Zac Hojnacki explores the concept of building confidence in light of the performances we saw at the Paris Olympic Games.

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Shout From The Stands: SwimAtlanta is Growing the Sport of Swimming with AAU

SwimAtlanta transitioned to AAU Swimming, aiming to inspire other clubs to explore ways to contribute to the growth of swimming.

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Olympic Swimmers Inspired This Writer to Practice More

With the Olympic swimming competition having come to a close, it’s a good time to take inspiration what the athletes put on display for nine days in Paris.

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My Top 17 Favorite Moments From Swimming at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

15 years after her international breakthrough, Sarah Sjostrom is STILL one of the best swimmers in the world. Paris was for her legacy.

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Paris 2024, Oceania Recap: Ariarne Titmus Closes Out Olympics With Her Best Swim Of The Games

Ariarne Titmus took silver in the women’s 800 freestyle in a new Oceanian record (8:12.29), earning her fourth medal of the 2024 Olympics.

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Paris 2024, North America Day 8: Ledecky Four-Peats, But Is It The End Of An Era?

Katie Ledecky made history with her fourth-consecutive Olympic title in the 800 free. But could it be her last one as well?

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We’re Talking ‘Bout Prelims Relays? Did Extra Swims Cost US Individual Medals?

Caeleb Dressel had a tough double in finals on Friday, but his day perhaps began earlier than it needed to with a prelims mixed medley relay swim.

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