372000 die annually from drowning in five continents
372,000 annual casualties due to drowning in the five continents is dramatic. It is proven that physical inactivity is an independent risk factor for non-communicable diseases (NCD) and the 4th leading cause of deaths worldwide.
USADA and USA Swimming Partner to Set-Up Swimmers for Success In and Out of the Water
“We know that there is a serious problem in sports today where the win-at-all costs attitude has infiltrated all levels of competition,” said USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart.
Idaho Swimming & Diving adds 12 for 2014-2015 season
Twelve swimmers and divers from across the country as well as Australia have signed letters-of-intent to compete for the University of Idaho Swimming and Diving team.
FINA Grants Japanese Broadcast Rights to TV Asahi Through 2019
FINA is pleased to announce the renewal of the agreement with TV Asahi for the broadcasting rights of FINA competitions in Japan.
FINA Diving Grand Prix: 11 medals for China and Mexico in Guanajuato
The fifth stop of the FINA Diving Grand Prix 2014, held in Guanajuato (MEX) on May 15-18, was a show…
FINA Intercontinental Tournament: USA Women Announces Roster
Eight of the best teams in international women’s water polo have arrived in Riverside, California for the 2014 FINA Intercontinental…
Australia’s Rising Swim Stars Descend on Westwave Aquatic Centre
Australia’s next generation of swimmers will descend on the Westwave Aquatic Centre in Auckland, New Zealand this week for the…
FSU Adds 22 for 2014-15 Season
The Florida State men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams have added 22 athletes to the roster for the 2014-15 season.
SwimMAC Carolina announces $6 million One Lane at a Time capital campaign
SwimMAC Carolina announced the launch of a $6 million capital campaign at a press conference this afternoon, held at the…
Saint Louis Swimming and Diving Announces Addition of 23 for 2014-15
Saint Louis head swimming and diving coach Jim Halliburton has announced the addition of 23 student-athletes (13 women, 10 men) for the 2014-15 competition season.
Aussie Swimwear Labels Funky Trunks and Funkita Hit the World With Colour – Photo Vault
Iconic Aussie swimwear labels, Funky Trunks and Funkita have long been a hit for squad swimmers in Australia since their origins in 2002 but are now expanding their colourful, crazy patterns around the world…
Swimming Australia partners with Aspetar
Swimming Australia has partnered with Aspetar in Doha, for a new Altitude Performance Program in the lead up to the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Glide Snorkel Now Available For Purchase
FINIS, a worldwide leader in technical swimming products announces the release of the Glide Snorkel. The Glide is a new take on the Original Swimmer’s Snorkel, first released by FINIS over 15 years ago.
James Magnussen Headlines inaugural Swimming Australia Grand Prix
This Saturday May 17 the National Training Centre in Canberra will play host to 87 of the best swimmers from across Australia as they take part in the first Grand Prix event for 2014.
Maine Swimming and Diving Announces 2014-2015 Captains
Susan Lizzotte, head coach of Maine swimming and diving: “I am excited to be working with these four student athletes this coming year!”