Silja Kansakoski: “I Have a lot to Fix with my Technique” (Video)
Silja Kansakoski has been making some big waves since coming stateside earlier this year
Mauro Castillo: “I Just Wanted to be 52” (Video)
Texas A&M’s Mauro Castillo Luna controlled the 100 breast from start to finish
Eastin pleased with pulling out “smooth” 4:00 400 IM (Video)
One of the highlight swims of the session came in the 400 IM, where Ledecky battled reigning NCAA champ and teammate Ella Eastin
Claire Rasmus Builds on Summer Success (Video)
A&M Junior Claire Rasmus had a breakout summer in 2017, finishing 7th at the Summer Nationals in the 200 free and qualifying for the World University Games
Beryl Gastadello on Ledecky: “I Had a Lot of Fun Racing Her” (Video)
Using an incredible underwater to gain momentum off the last turn, the Aggie was able to reel in and pass the Cardinal in the last few strokes to take the win
Simone Manuel Explains Injury (Video)
Simone has been practicing with the team as normal, but has been limited to pulling due to a nagging hip injury that started early in the semester
Sydney Pickrem Gives Interview on Massage Table like a Pro (Video)
Pickrem was gracious enough to speak with SwimSwam while on the massage table, and she discussed how integral the team energy is at a meet like this
Janet Hu Discusses 1st Time Under 22 Since 2013 (Video)
Béryl Gastaldello and Janet Hu both had encouraging swims in the 50 free.
WATCH: Florida’s Caeleb Dressel Crushes 200 IM in a Blistering 1:40.61
With Dressel making his way onto the list, half of the all-time top 10 are current or former Gators.
Brock Bonetti Ices Down After Blazing Swims (Video)
Bonetti spoke with SwimSwam from his “garage” (post race ice bath) and described the friendly rivalry he and co-captain Mauro Castillo have in the 200 IM
Jason Calanog Brings Something “Different” to Aggies (Video Report)
It certainly seems like the A&M men have found a good balance with the results they’ve been putting up this season.
Practice + Pancakes: Brendan Hansen Throws Serious Speed Set at ASC
Brendan expressed his hesitance with doing a set where the kids get so much rest, but also recognized the importance of giving his athletes speed work
What Makes Eddie Reese Great? (Video Report)
This year marks 40 years of Eddie Reese as the head coach of the Texas Longhorns, and what a 40 years it’s been.
Michigan Releases Hype Video After Quad Meet Victory (Video)
The Michigan men and women wrapped up an intense meet with some of the best teams in the conference, putting forth big swims and securing wins on both sides
Practice + Pancakes: Texas A&M Men Go Scary Fast on Halloween
We went to go visit the Texas A&M men’s team to give you a little sneak preview of the speed you can expect tonight at the UT-TA&M Dual