Program Development with Chris Hadden: Establishing Philosophies and Values – Part I
“As far as staffing goes, Chris looks for three main things from his assistants: 1) reliability, 2) skilled when working with the youth, and 3) capabilities for learning.”
Lochte’s Knee Injured – Run in with an excited fan
According to reports in USA Today Ryan Lochte had a true run in with a young fan during a recent…
Three New Names Appear on USA Swimming Permanent Ban List
Three names that we have not yet reported have appeared on USA Swimming’s list of individuals permanently suspended or ineligible….
FINA World Cup Start Lists for Day 1 in Singapore
Alicia Coutts (left) is among a big Australian contingent that will pick up this meet in Singapore.
2016 USA Swimming Pre-Olympic Camp to Be Held in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Historic San Juan, Puerto Rico, will be the “foreign” training camp for the 2016 Summer Olympics.
Former Swim Coach Todd Sousa Sentenced to Additional 16 Months in Prison
Todd Sousa, a former California swim coach, has been sentenced to an additional 16 months in prison.
SwimSwam Seeks Senior Reporter
SwimSwam.com is looking for a reporter with an understanding of the sport, someone who can speak to swimmers, coaches, industry contacts, and can simultaneously continue to build the external audience of swimming.
Virginia All-American Sarah White Retires From Swimming After Sophomore Year
This borderline-iconic photo of Sarah White was taken by Tim Binning after the Virginia women won their 6th-straight ACC Championship last season.
Stephanie North, 2012 NCAA All-American, Banned For Life by USA Swimming
Former All-American Stephanie North
Arena Signs NCAA Champ & American Record Holder Tom Shields and 2012 Gold Medalist Matt McLean
“I’ve been wearing Arena suits all summer and have found great success in the pool,” said Shields. “I’m so happy to officially be aligned with Arena. The technology is the best in the industry, and I am proud to represent a company that is true leader in the swimming community.”
Tennessee Aquatics Breast for Breasts Clinic for Cancer Support in Honor Kim Kredich
The event was in honor of Matt Kredich’s wife Kim who was diagnosed with breast cancer two months ago. Coach Kredich and Marshall Goldman led the breastrokers in a clinic that was followed by a 15 minute breastroke swim in support of the fight against breast cancer. The clinic attracted 160 people ranging from 7 to 79 years of age.
Kathleen Baker Replaces Sarah Denninghoff on Duel in the Pool Roster
Kathleen Baker will take the backstroke spots of Sarah Denninghoff at the Duel in the Pool.
Duel in the Pool Day 2 Tickets Sell Out Almost Instantly; Very Few Left for Day 1
Ryan Lochte has proved to be a huge draw even in Scotland – as have the 12 Brits on the European Duel in the Pool roster for 2013.
Ultra-Short Race-Pace Training Two-Day Seminar For Coaches, Swimmers and Swim Parents
Coaches, swimmers and parents have heard about Ultra-Short Race-Pace Training (USRPT), the revolutionary training methodology used by 14 year old swimming phenom, Michael Andrew. Now you have the opportunity to learn this method directly from the man who developed it.
Ron and Don Heidary Honored at National Youth Sports Awards – Feature Video
Video feature is courtesy of Positive Coach. The Ron & Don Heidary feature interview is courtesy of SwimSwam contributor Dean Ottati.