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The Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center at the International Swimming Hall of Fame continues with its renovation and new construction. There is still some ongoing discussion on the south locker room building as to its final design.  Looking at best-worst-case scenarios, the aquatic center could have a so...

The City of Fort Lauderdale Commissioners voted to fully fund the 27-meter dive tower and an Observation Deck on July 7th.  It will be the first and only high diving tower in the USA and is expected to attract elite divers from around the world.  It will be the second such tower with the first one e...

Commentary: How One American Club Safely Returned to the Pool Today was a memorable day.  A giant reset button for swimmers at the Phoenix Swim Club in Arizona, USA and perhaps a model for those around the world.  The club conducted swim practices after getting permission from government and school ...

The 1964 Tokyo Olympics final in the 400 meter individual medley looked like an army sick call with almost as many doctors as coaches hovering around the swimmers.  Dick Roth, the world record holder, certainly had a good excuse for not swimming.  On the night before the race, Dick had his appendix...

If you are still getting calendar messages and alerts to your phone about your flights and stay in Fort Lauderdale, Fl for the International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF) Induction weekend, you are not alone.   It was schedule to start tonight!

Take a Virtual Tour of the International Swimming Hall of Fame by Clicking Here  No Waiting In Line! Join or Donate Now About ISHOF The International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF) museum opened its doors to the public in December of 1968 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. That sa...

For nearly two decades, the mission at GoSwim.tv has been to help people of all ages and backgrounds to swim better and reach their full potential in the sport.  In this challenging time of COVID-19, with pools closed, meets canceled, and swimmers stuck at home, GoSwim.tv is determined to continue -...

In this issue of Swimming World Biweekly, read about the impact that the Coronavirus Pandemic (Covid-19) has had on the entire aquatic community.  John Lohn writes about the IOC's hesitancy to cancel the olympics.  Craig Lord writes about what other countries are doing in the wake of the pandemic. L...

Sign your favorite swimmer up for a 1-Year (12 issue) subscription to Swimming World Magazine! It is the perfect GIFT IDEA for all competitive swimmers and families looking for the tools and motivation to take them to the next level. After you purchase a gift subscription, you will get an e-...

Tackling the national epidemic of childhood drowning head on, the International Swimming Hall of Fame- under the leadership of its Chairman, Dr. Bill Kent, will be a driving force behind Florida legislation to require swim lessons for all children before they are admitted into Kindergarten. The prop...

The World Open Water Swim Association is offering an exciting weekend of activities in Redondo Beach, California at the Seaside Lagoon. General Admission tickets include 2 days of activities, amazing speakers, a beer garden, vendors, food and the ultimate kid zone! The Workshops, Hawaiian Luau Dinne...

Last week left to take advantage of pre-registration pricing and group discount! Make your plans NOW to attend Eastern States Clinic in Cherry Hill, NJ on October 6 and 7 at the Crowne Plaza in Cherry Hill, NJ. Pre-registration and special clinic hotel rates end soon. Make your plans to attend the E...

During the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, guest were surprised when the prestigious Max Ritter Award was presented to Dale Neuburger, FINA Vice President and UANA President (2015-2019), the 2019 Lima Organizing Committee, and the Peruvian Swim Federation.    Receiving the award for the the 2019 L...

Forty women in senior leadership roles across sports business have been selected for recognition next month as part of Sports Business Journal’s (SBJ) ninth annual class of Game Changers. Lucinda McRoberts – Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel for USA Swimming - will be among those that...

Mark your calendars now!  The International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF) has selected the dates for the 2020 Honoree Induction Ceremonies and the Paragon/Awards Weekend. The 56th Annual ISHOF Honoree Induction weekend will be held Friday, April 24 through Sunday, April 26, 2020 in Fort Lauderdale, ...

It was recently revealed that Janet Evans will not proceed with her appointment as a FINA Bureau member representing United States Aquatic Sports (USAS).  Dale Neuburger, current representative for USAS and a FINA Vice President, was in the process of filling out his term with intentions to turn...

After the FINA Champions Swim Series inaugural season's last stop in Indianapolis, the FINA executives, athletes, and attending members met in a room to evaluate the series concept and discuss a way forward. Cornel Marculescu, FINA Executive Director, started the discussion by thanking all in attend...

Dennis Miller of FIJI -  FINA Vice President from Oceania Swimming - passed at his home in Australia after battling cancer. FINA will honor Dennis this Evening Friday, May 31, during the Opening Ceremonies of the FINA Champions Series in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is a difficult day for the FI...

The City of Fort Lauderdale is in the early stages of evaluating the construction of an iconic High Diving Tower to be included in its 27 Million renovation of the Hall of Fame Aquatic Center. If constructed, the high tower will be the only one of its kind in the Western Hemisphere and could serve a...

The International Swimming Hall of Fame 2019 induction class was welcomed in on Saturday night at the Fort Lauderdale Harbor Beach hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on May 18, 2019. [gallery type="slideshow" ids="370058,370050,370059,370057,370049,370043,370044,370045,370046,370038,370047,370048,370...