In Briefs 05/29/15: Australian News, Swiss Swimmer Honored, Guyana Announces Pan Am Roster
Today’s “In Briefs” highlights the Australian Sports Commission’s lack of women within its own ranks, among other global news stories.
Kawecki wins again on day 2 of Polish Nationals, completes backstroke double
Former European Champion Radoslaw Kawecki continued to roll at Polish Nationals this week, winning the 100 back on day 2 after taking the 200 on day 1.
Exciting Races to Come Over the Next Two Days at the Bergen Swim Festival
After the first day of prelims at the Bergen Swim Festival the semi-finals and finals should include some exciting racing…
The Late Alexander Dale Oen Honored with Statue in Hometown
Hungarian swimmer, Daniel Gyurta, was present at the ceremony honoring the late Alexander Dale Oen, the Norwegian swimmer who tragically passed away on May 1, 2012.
Switkowski and Kawecki Put Up Top Five Times at Polish Nationals
Jan Switkowski and Radoslaw Kawecki both posted top five times on the first day of the Polish National Championships…
Mireia Belmonte at Top of Spanish ADO Scholarship Dollars Allotment
According to figures released by Spanish site Nataccion.com, swimming superstar, Mireia Belmonte is one of eleven Spanish swimmers who have…
Bergen Swim Festival; Will Hosszu Erase Egerszegi From the Record Books?
The Bergen Swim Festival will kick off tomorrow in Bergen, Norway…
Katinka Hosszu Responds to Doping Allegations, Mulls Legal Action
Hungarian swimmer Katinka Hosszu has made her first public response to allegations by Casey Barrett that she is using performance enhancing drugs, despite what he says is “no proof.”
My Favorite Skill
Who in Swimming has influenced your life? Athlete Manager & Entrepreneur Emily White Chronicles her answer below.
Japan’s top sprinter Shinri Shioura to join ADN pro training group in Italy
Shinri Shioura, the Japanese and Asian Record-holder in the 50 freestyle, will be joining the burgeoning professional training group ADN based out of Italy.
LEN Finds a New Home in Switzerland
After being situated in London, Rome and most recently Luxembourg LEN, the governing body of swimming in Europe, has found a new home in Nyon, Switzerland…
Tamas Gyarfas Re-Elected As Hungarian Swimming President For Next Five Years
Tamas Gyarfas was re-elected as the president of the Hungarian Swimming Federation. Gyarfas has held the position since 1993, and will hold that position at least for the next five years.
On the Wings of Determination and Hope: Lily’s Story
Although Lily can only walk with the aid of crutches, this limitation has not stopped her from flying through life on the wings of determination and hope, with her fiercely supportive family and friends by her side.
17 Spanish Swimmers to Compete at the Mare Nostrum Event in Canet
17 Spanish swimmers including European Championship medalists Mireia Belmonte, Judit Ignacio and Duane da Rocha will compete in Canet…
Sweden Names Nine Swimmers to Their World University Games Squad
The Swedish Swimming Federation has announced that they will be sending nine athletes to compete at the World University Games in Gwangju, Korea…