Cincinnati’s Versatile Alisabeth Marsteller Verbally Commits To Princeton
Princeton gets commitment from another top female swimming in the class of 2014 (Marsteller bottom right). (Photo Credit: Amanda Smith)
USA Swimming Surpasses 400,000 Members in Record Year
Somewhere Michael Phelps is cheering! The Olympic icon’s goal has always been to grow the sport. Today USA Swimming reports that it has eclipsed more than 400,000 members and saw its largest year-round athlete membership growth in the organization’s history. (Image courtesy of USpresswire)
Swimming Family Rallies to Support Michael Heaney with 1500 Meters for Mike
In April 2012, Michael Heaney, former swim team captain and 2009 graduate of The College of New Jersey Lions, was involved in a severe accident when he was hit by a car while riding his bike near his house in Morristown, New Jersey. Michael was left in critical condition and, as a testament to his strength, he miraculously survived.
NJIT, Incarnate Word Men’s Programs Bring Geographical Expansion to CCSA in 2013-2014
The CCSA has added three new men’s teams for the 2013-2014 season. (Courtesy: Coastal Collegiate Swimming Association)
Germany’s Thomas Bach, Olympic Champion, Takes Over IOC President Presidency
The IOC has a new president, and for the first time, it’s an Olympic gold medal athlete. (Photo: Sven Teshcke)
16-Year Old Xin Xin Breaks Asian Record in 800 Free
China’s Xin Xin has broken a Continental Record in the 800 free with an 8:19. (Stock Photo: Tim Binning/THeSwimPictures.com)
Summer Swim Teams – Summer League Swimming Love – Featured Video
Summer League Swimming is the cultural bridge to year-round swimming, that first step toward loving the sport. (Image courtesy of Robert Lawrence)
Junior National Teamer Alexandra Meyers Commits to Stanford
Alexandra Meyers of the Schroeder YMCA has become the latest commitment to Greg Meehan’s Stanford class. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Steve Barnes Hired As 3rd Penn State Assistant; Simpson Named Wabash Coach
Wabash College and Penn State both got new coaches on Monday.
What Is It About Swimming That We Love? An Essay By Jennifer J.
If you had to explain why you love swimming to someone who had never swum, what would you say? (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Former USA Swimming National Champion Gillian Ryan Commits to Michigan
North Baltimore’s Gillian Ryan has committed to the University of Michigan. (Photo: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Junior World Championships Finalist Teddy Kalp Commits to Indiana
Teddy Kalp, a finalist at the 2013 World Junior Championships, has committed to Indiana. (Photo: Teddy Kalp)
Michael Andrew to Compete at The Fastest Man in Texas Shootout
Michael Andrew, the youngest professional swimmer ever, is racing at The Fastest Man in Texas Shootout in San Antonio, Texas, Saturday, November 9th, for a chance to win $10,001. (Image courtesy of TA)
Engine Swimwear Drives into USA Market With New Head Designer
After recently launching into North America, Australian born company Engine has recently appointed revered designer Britta Cabanos to head up their Design Department as Swimwear Design Director. Britta will join former champion, USA Olympic swimmer Roque Santos, Director & Partner of Engine USA. (Image courtesy of Engine)
Kelley McCallum Added to Miami Hurricane Coaching Staff
Andy Kershaw, who will be in his first year as head coach at the University of Miami after a long assistant stint at SMU, has chosen a new assistant coach.