Trump Administration Rescinds Biden’s Title IX NIL Guidance
The U.S. Department of Education has rescinded the NIL guidance put in place by the Biden Administration during his final days in office.
Summer McIntosh, Katie Ledecky, and Bobby Finke Highlight Southern Zone Sectional This Weekend
World Record holders Summer McIntosh, Katie Ledecky, and Bobby Finke are spotlighting a Florida sectionals meet this weekend.
USA Swimming Foundation Learn-to-Swim Grants Increase by $17,000 in 2024
The USA Swimming Foundation awarded $830,000 in Learn to Swim Grants and $1.1 Million in National Team Support in 2024, plus $276,000 in Community Grants.
Ryan Lochte, Anthony Ervin, and Federica Pellegrini Lead Swimming Hall of Fame Class
12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte (above) leads a class that also includes his coach Gregg Troy, Anthony Ervin, Federica Pellegrini, Joseph Schooling and Ous Mellouli.
Foster, Hobson, Maurer Shine in Bob Bowman Monday PM Aerobic Workout | PRACTICE + PANCAKES
On the back of the inaugural Eddie Reese Texas Showdown, SwimSwam went to film practice with Bob Bowman’s training group at the University of Texas
Mark Schubert Is Returning to Southern California with the Evolution Racing Club
After a short stint attempting to launch an elite training group in Hawaii, Mark Schubert is returning to his roots in Mission Viejo, California.
PFAS Ban Sees Tech Suit Shipments Halted In California and New York; No Suit Ban Imminent
On January 1, 2025, California and New York banned textile articles and apparel containing PFAS, leading to certain tech suits being unable to be shipped.
CSCAA Honors Sid Cassidy With 2025 Benjamin Franklin Award
Cassidy has built a legacy that spans decades, blending his expertise in coaching, administration, and advocacy for the sport.
New Executive Order Banning Transgender Athletes From Women’s Sports
United States President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order tomorrow completely banning transgender athletes from competing in sports.
More Details About Why Swim Coach Ronald Hehn Was Arrested in Fargo
Video surveillance cameras appeared to show Hehn inappropriately touching a victim while giving her a massage during a swim lesson.
Luka Mijatovic Breaks 15-16 National Age Group Record in 1000 Free; Ranks #9 All-Time/All Ages
15-year-old Luka Mijatovic is now the fastest-ever American 18 & under in history in the 1000 yard free, breaking both the 15-16 and 17-18 National Records.
Ronald Hehn, Coach From 2018 “Weight Belt” Incident, Arrested on Allegations of Sexual Contact with a Minor
Hehn, a two-time Olympic Trials qualifier, has been arrested on a charge of gross sexual imposition with a victim under 15 years of age.
Competitor Coach of the Month: Brian Reynolds
The longtime head coach of Drury University, Reynolds has led the Panthers to sustained success for decades, and that was on display once again in January.
Katie Ledecky Swims a 4:26.08 in the 500 Free at the Florida-Florida State Dual Meet
Ledecky’s time in the 500 free on Friday afternoon is the third-fastest performance in the history of the event.
Massachusetts High School Swimmer Henry Perda Discusses Competing After A Heart Transplant
Perda received a heart transplant as a high school sophomore and had to re-learn how to swim, but he came back to set best times as a junior.