FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, September 12. LATER this month, the International Swimming Hall of Fame will induct its Masters Class of 2008. The reception will take place on Sept. 26 at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta, Ga.
The International Masters Swimming Hall of Fame is maintained within the International Swimming Hall of Fame in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The purpose of the International Masters Swimming Hall of Fame is to recognize Masters swimmers for their achievements as outstanding competitors and contributors to Masters swimming with a goal of inspiring every adult to live an active and healthy lifestyle by swimming.
The International Masters Swimming Hall of Fame class of 2008 includes: Ibone Belausteguigoitia (MEX) – Honor Diver, Russell Hafferkamp (USA) – Honor Water Polo Player, Maria Lenk (BRA/USA) – Honor Swimmer, Jim McConica (USA) – Honor Swimmer, Robert Strand (USA) – Honor Swimmer, Willy van Rysel (GBR) – Honor Swimmer.