International Swimming Hall of Fame To Leave Fort Lauderdale
The International Swimming Hall of Fame, Inc., (ISHOF) announced today that upon the expiration of its current fifty-year agreement with the City of Fort Lauderdale, in February of 2015, it will not renew and will look for a new home in another city.
Two Milwaukee County pools in danger of being closed
The Schroeder South Swim Team will still exist if the Pulaski pool closes (the team uses several pools in the area), but it will be far less convenient for many swimmers to make it to practice and lessons since Pulaski is in the center of the community.
Florent Manaudou, Ice Watch – Feature Video
Florent Manaudou, 50 freestyle 2012 Olympic champion and brother of Olympic star Laure Manaudou, expands his endorsement portfolio with Ice Watch.
Potomac Marlins to Host Breast Cancer Fundraiser Event at PVS October Open at Lee District Rec. Center
The Potomac Marlins, a member of Potomac Valley Swimming, will host a Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser this weekend as part of the October Open at Lee District Recreation Center (October 18-20).
Eastern States Swim Clinic Registration Deadline Extended to Oct 11
The Eastern States Swim Clinic has a great lineup of Olympic swimmers and coaches, including Mike Bottom (featured image), David Marsh, Todd Schmitz, Ian Crocker and Kate Zielger.
Universal Sports Network Expands Distribution With Verizon Agreement
Universal Sports has exclusive rights to world and national championship events in a wide array of sports, including swimming.
Cullen Jones Diversity Invitational Draws 500+ Swimmers To Compete OCT. 11-13
Cullen Jones: “It has always been a dream of mine to bring the sport of swimming to a broader audience. The CJDI is designed to help support – and encourage – diversity in swimming by bringing together kids of all backgrounds and giving them the chance to compete in an elite event, all while raising money to support this important cause. It’s going to be a terrific event!”
TYR Signs Jimmy Feigen to Marketing Deal
World Championship silver medalist Jimmy Feigen has signed a marketing deal with TYR: his first big professional contract.
Six Olympians Headline Fantasy Camp with 15 Olympic Medals Represented
Olympic icon and masters swimming world record holder, Rowdy Gaines, joins Olympic Champions Ricky Berens, Janet Evans, Garrett Weber-Gale, Gold Medal Mel Stewart and Olympic Coach David Marsh to host the most exclusive Fantasy Swim Camp in history.
Olympic Gold Medalist to Host First-Ever Cullen Jones Diversity Invitational, Oct. 11-13
Four-time Olympic medalist Cullen Jones, the Queen City Dolphins, and Speedo will host more than 500 swimmers from around the United States at the first-ever Cullen Jones Diversity Invitational (CJDI), a three-day, USA Swimming-sanctioned swim meet, held Oct. 11-13 at the Mecklenburg County Aquatics Center in Charlotte, N.C.
SwimOutlet.com & NISCA Team Up for Partnership
National Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association will feature a monthly “SwimOutlet.com Coach of the Month & Coaching Tips” series on SwimOutlet.com.
Scott Morris Joins SwimSpray as Vice President of Sales
SwimSpray, LLC reports that, earlier this month, Scott Morris joined the company as Vice President of Sales. Mr. Morris will support SwimSpray’s existing sales team by increasing distribution across swimming team dealers and swimming schools.
Swimmer’s Snorkel Goes Pink to Fight Cancer
During the month of October, FINIS is issuing a special offer on the Pink Swimmer’s Snorkel. In addition to receiving their Snorkel, customers will receive a *FREE* Pink Mesh Gear Bag along with their order.
Arena POWERSKIN Carbon-Pro Replacement Deadline is Sept. 30
PHOTO: The new CARBON-PRO Mark 2 (Photo credit: [email protected] )
Former Arizona Swimmer, Future Dr. Pepper, Lands as Host on TV Show
Martin Pepper, after he finishes his PHD, will become Dr. Pepper: a name made for television. Seen here with his future cohost Liz Bonnin