SwimOutlet.com Becomes First Swim Retailer to Launch Crowdsourced Style Gallery
“Customer-generated style photos are the way to go in a world increasingly dominated by Instagram and the like, even for a more sports-specific retailer,” said Alexander Sienkiewicz, CMO at Spiraledge, Inc.
‘The Water is my Sky’ documentary hits $50,000 Kickstarter goal with 7 days to go!
The competitive swimming documentary “The Water is my Sky” has officially hit its $50,000 goal on Kickstarter today, just a week before the campaign ends.
Talent Agencies Lineup For Missy Franklin, The Biggest Olympic Client Since Michael Phelps
CAA, IMG, Octagon, WMG (Casey Wasserman) and The Legacy Agency have already taken meetings with Missy Franklin’s parents reports the Sports…
Water Is My Sky – Special Offer To Reach Kickstarter Goal of $50,000 Within 8 Days
With one week left in the Water is My Sky Kickstarter campaign, they have a very special opportunity that could potentially help them take a giant step toward achieving their total fundraising goal of $50,000! (Featured image: Anthony Ervin)
Potomac Marlins Hosted Special Olympics Swim Meet at George Mason
More than 150 swimmers, parents and friends of the Potomac Marlins, a USA Swimming year-round swim team, volunteered April 26 to host the Northern Virginia Special Olympics Swim Meet held at George Mason.
Breaststroke Legend Dr. Chet Jastremski Passes Away At 73
A man who revolutionized breaststroke has passed away today, a great loss for the Indiana University, Polish American, and Breaststroke communities alike.
USA Swimming Board of Directors Approves Task Force Recommendations and Implementation Plan from the Vieth Report
The plan will create victim’s Assistance Fund and additional education services.
Olympic Gold Medalist Jessica Hardy to Participate in Annual Big Swim Benefit
U.S. Olympic gold medalist Jessica Hardy (Long Beach, California) will be participating in the 19th Annual Big Swim Benefit, which is a fundraiser designed for New York City kids ages 6-12. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 3 at the Asphalt Green’s AquaCenter in New York.
An Inside Look at TYR Sport’s New Global Headquarters – Photo Vault
A front view of TYR’s brand new Global Headquarters in Seal Beach, CA. The floor-to-ceiling glass windows maximize natural lighting, which helps decrease the company’s carbon footprint.
Pool Indoor Air Quality: Why It Matters To Your Health And Performance (Part 3)
Peeing in the pool creates a nerve toxin cyanogen chloride, which reacts slowly with water vapor to form toxic hydrogen cyanide poison. This issue is quite serious. Serious enough that the Federal Government has been taking steps to address the issue of indoor pool air quality.
Alia Atkinson Rolls Impressive Grand Prix Weekend Into Speedo Sponsorship
Alia Atkinson emerged at the 2014 Mesa Grand Prix with a Speedo logo on her forehead and a pair of event victories.
National Level Swimmer and FINA Bureau Member Dies at 46
FINA learnt with great sadness about the sudden loss of Lino Cândido Lourenço, FINA Bureau Member since 2013. Mr. Lourenço was 46 years old and died on April 25, 2014 in Luanda (ANG).
Twenty-five coaches graduate from International Coaching Enrichment Certification Program
The International Coaching Enrichment Certification Program today welcomed 25 members to its class of 2014 at the International Olympic Committee…
Hey Michael, What’s That Suit That You’re Wearing?
Michael Phelps is wearing an Arena brand suit at the 2014 Mesa Grand Prix, but you wouldn’t know that on first glance.
Emily Brunemann Joins Dolfin Swim
NCAA Champion and FINA 10K Marathon World Cup Champion