Marsteller Joins Editorial Staff at Swimming World Magazine; Rutemiller Takes Title as Publisher

PHOENIX, Ariz., June 20th. JASON Marsteller, former Assistant Media Relations Director at Indiana University with prior experience at the University of Tennessee, Southern Utah University and the Utah Summer Games, joins Swimming World Magazine’s editorial staff.

Brent Rutemiller, who recently took on the title of Publisher for Swimming World Magazine, introduced Jason as the Executive Managing Editor for the company.

“Jason brings a 24/7 work ethic to the company that is vital to today’s publishing market. He has a proven track record of getting breaking news out to the working media and general public that is core to our business,” Rutemiller stated.

Pete Rhoda, IU’s Sports Information Director, told Swimming World Magazine that “Jason has all the skills to write his ticket anywhere. We are glad that Jason has the opportunity to advance his career with Swimming World Magazine.”

Coach Ray Looze, Head Swimming Coach for Indiana University, also echoed high praise by saying Jason did an outstanding job promoting Indiana’s swimming.

“I am about as hard as a coach can be with expectations from my staff and media support. Jason handled everything I threw at him. He will be hard to replace.”

Dick Deal, Chairman of Sports Publications International, parent corporation of Swimming World Magazine, SwimmingWorldMagazine.com, SwimInfoWire, SwimmingWorld.TV and Swimmers Of America, was pleased with the selection after numerous candidates from around the country applied for the position.

“Jason will work well with our staff of national and international writers, coaches, clubs, athletes and governing bodies,” commented Mr. Deal.

Phil Whitten former Editor-in-Chief for Sports Publications International will continue to have strong ties with Swimming World Magazine as a member of a newly created Editorial Advisory Board. In his new position as the Executive Director for the College Swimming Coaches Association of America, (which officially starts July 1st) Phil will continue to bring valuable perspectives to Sports Publications on important issues facing aquatic sports.

"It is important to note that Jason Marsteller was not hired to replace Phil. Phil Whitten is not someone who can be replaced by just one person”, concluded Rutemiller.

Jason Marsteller can be contacted via e-mail at Jason Marsteller

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