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Gutter Talk: Lessons From 2023 For Olympic Year

Gutter Talk: Lessons From 2023 For Olympic Year What's something you learned this summer that can help you in the Olympic year? Elizabeth Dekkers, Australia I think this year I learned how to have more fun and enjoy racing, and not let my nerves take over and take away from the enjoyment. Ilya Kharu...

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5 Women's Storylines To Follow On Road to the 2024 Olympics in Paris

5 Women's Storylines To Follow On Road to the 2024 Olympics in Paris Australia was the dominant women’s team of this year’s World Championships in Fukuoka, with the Dolphins winning six individual gold medals plus two relays, both in world-record time. But the meet was not lacking in dramatic moment...

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Veterans Re-Emerge Ahead of the 2023 U.S. World Championships Trials

Veterans Re-Emerge Ahead of the 2023 U.S. World Championships Trials Although USA Swimming is flooded with young talent, veterans always seem to emerge in the biggest moments. Over the last several months, a group of star-studded veteran swimmers have put together impactful races all over the countr...

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The Role of a Captain on a Swim Team: How To Be An Effective Leader

The Role of a Captain on a Swim Team: How To Be An Effective Leader A swim captain is a leader and mentor within a swim team.  They are responsible for fostering a positive team culture and helping to organize and motivate team members. They may also help the coach lead the team in a warmup or run a...

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How to Become a Better Swimmer By Doing Nothing* (Sort Of)

Goldminds: How to Become a Better Swimmer By Doing Nothing* ******************************************** There’s an old saying about success: “The harder I work, the more successful I get.” Seems logical: I want to succeed, I want to improve. I want to swim faster…so...I work harder, I train more of...

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An Excellent Choice: The Case For Division III Swimming (Part I)

An Excellent Choice: The Case For Division III Swimming (Part I) In the first of two installments, college coaches discuss recruiting and the realities of finding an aquatic home on one of the nation’s 524 NCAA Division III teams. In September, Jason Weber began his 17th year as head men’s and women...