The 7 Sins of Swimming
By Chandler Brandes, Swimming World College Intern. There is no such thing as a perfect swimmer. As swimmers, we sometimes (although rarely) make mistakes. We may DQ, forget our heat
Commentary
The Unique Quirks of the USA College Challenge
By David Rieder. Katie Ledecky, Simone Manuel and Kathleen Baker competing against the United States? Sounds weird, doesn’t it? The fact is, that trio has been at the center of
Analysis: Women’s NCAA Champions by Conference
By Kevin Donnelly, Swimming World College Intern. College swimming fans have come to know many names of the most prolific swimmers over the past decade of the sport. Fans also
3 Tricks to Surviving the October College Grind
By Chris Balbo, Swimming World College Intern. Every college swimmer knows October is the grinding month. Midterms are piling up and yardage is racking up as the temperature is going
How Anemia is Hurting Swimmers
By Norah Hunt, Swimming World College Intern. For many athletes, being perpetually tired is just a way of life. Training is intense, school has its demands, and often there are
No Mixed Feelings on the Mixed Medley Relay
Morning Splash by David Rieder. Back in 2015, mixed relays were novelty events when they debuted at the World Championships. Why? Because most swimmers did not grow up swimming mixed relays
The Rolflex: Your Foam Roller Reinvented
By Annie Grevers, Staff Writer. Foam rolling. Swimmers have a love-hate relationship with the recovery method. The 18-inch pillar of firm foam, often referred to as “the poor man’s massage
Braden Holloway and the Rise of NC State Swimming
Morning Splash by David Rieder. There was a time not too long ago when any mention of the North Carolina State swimming program reminded fans of disqualified relays. In 2014, the
Syrian Refugee Out Of Pool Time In New Zealand
Guest commentary by David Wright Life is not easy for Syrians in Saudi Arabia. Because of their nationality they are excluded from government swimming pools. They are not allowed to
Who are the Top 25 Women’s Swimmers in the 2017-2018 NCAA Season?
By Andy Ross With the 2017-2018 NCAA season among us, Swimming World has decided to rank the top 25 swimmers for the upcoming season based on last year’s performances. Transfers who were
