6 Tips for an Easier Transition From College Swimming to Club Swimming
By Katie Lafferty, Swimming World College Intern. As the college school year comes to an end, many student-athletes are heading back home for the summer. As we pack up our
Arizona All-American Taylor Garcia Announces Transfer to Michigan
Arizona junior-to-be Taylor Garcia announced that she would transfer to Michigan. Garcia announced her decision on Facebook and Instagram. “In March, after NCAA’s, I had to make a very difficult
Arizona Head Coaching Job: Who’s Next In The Swim Legacy?
Commentary by Michael J. Stott, Swimming World staff writer. Each summer from 2007-2011, I spent one week in June working in Tucson at the Arizona Swim Camp. Hillenbrand Aquatic Center
Here We Go Again – FINA Disregards High Temperature Rule In Open Water
Commentary by Brent Rutemiller. The swimming community should never forget the tragic death of USA Open Water swimmer Fran Crippen, who died in 2010 during an Open Water competition due to
LumaLanes Performance of the Week: Ippei Watanabe Setting Up As Favorite For Worlds
This week’s Performance Of The Week, sponsored by LumaLanes, goes to Ippei Watanabe for his dominating performance in the 200 breast at the 2017 Japan Open. Hitting the wall in 2:07.77,
Mehdy Metella Among Victors at Day One of 2017 French Nationals
The 2017 French National Championships began today in Strasbourg with Mehdy Metella, Jordan Pothain, and Anna Santamans each grabbing victories. Jordan Pothain delivered the top time for finals of the men’s 400 free,
Friendly Competition: Revelry and Rivalry
By Maddie Strasen, Swimming World College Intern. Although there’s debate on whether or not swimming is the toughest sport out there, there’s no arguing that it’s difficult when your teammates
NHSCA Announces Academic All-Americans
The National High School Coaches Association, NHSCA, is proud to announce the 2017 High School Academic All-Americans for the 2016-2017 school year. This marks the 24th year in which the
10 Books to Deepen Your Appreciation of Water Sports
By: Samantha Dammann, Swimming World College Intern. Contrary to popular belief, not all popular swimming books are biographies about modern Olympians. Many swimming related books feature events and people who have conquered
Northern Iowa’s Doug Humphrey Takes South Dakota State Head Coaching Position
After serving as the head coach of the University of Northern Iowa Women’s Swimming & Diving programs for five seasons, head coach Doug Humphrey resigned from his position for the