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By: Kate Smarjesse, Swimming World College Intern There are a few sentences Coach can say that really kill the mood at practice. Our expressions sink when our coaches say certain things, and we are always convincing ourselves that our suffering somehow brings our beloved coaches great joy. Here are ...

By Kate Smarjesse, Swimming World College Intern  Not only will Olympian Olivia Smoliga be visiting Rio for the first time, she will also be competing in her first Olympic Games. Smoliga's winning time from the US Olympic Trials is the fourth fastest 100 back in the world this year. Here are a few t...

By Kate Smarjesse, Swimming World College Intern As summer starts to wind down for most people, the swimming community's most significant time of the year is just beginning-- championship season. Most non-swimmers do not understand how important this time of year is for swimmers. We are emotionally ...

By Kate Smarjesse, Swimming World College Intern Amanda Beard bravely addresses how she powered through many swimmers' biggest insecurities in her book, "In the Water They Can't See You Cry".  Although our weaknesses vary from one person to another, we all have things that we are constantly trying t...

By Kate Smarjesse, Swimming World College Intern After a demanding season, a break is something all swimmers look forward to. Although this break is much appreciated and well deserved, getting back into shape is seldom an enjoyable process. Here are a few ways to keep you motivated during the off se...

By Kate Smarjesse, Swimming World College Intern A year ago I was faced with one of the toughest decisions in my life so far-- picking a college to attend. The college decision process left me relieved but also exhausted. A year ago I decided to attend University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota...

By Kate Smarjesse, Swimming World College Intern Every club team has cliques and friend groups that do everything together, but my club team didn’t. From the moment I joined my club team 14 years ago to today, my team has cared more about being a family and being there to support each other more tha...