Missy Franklin Can Wing Breaststroke And Win NCAA 200 IM Title, Video Interview

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GREENSBORO- Missy Franklin made her NCAA debut in the 200 IM today at her final NCAAs. She proved herself capable of a 33-second breaststroke split and won with a 1:52.11. She loved getting to race while being “flanked by her teammates” Celina Li and Elizabeth Pelton. Here she talks to Swimming World about being confident going into her much-anticipated 200 free duel versus Simone Manuel tomorrow and how much she cherishes the college swimming experience.

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Dave

9 years ago

“…made her NCAA debut today at her final NCAAs.” ???

Dyan Braden

9 years ago

Erin Braden Goss for Zoe

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Annie Grevers

9 years ago

Yes, she made her debut in the 200 IM…she’s never swum it at NCAAs before. And this is her last meet as a collegiate swimmer.

Susan Shern-macke

9 years ago

Way to go Missy

Jennifer Guthrie Camillo

9 years ago

Natural!

Jason Clark

9 years ago

Great interview with Missy… incredible swimmer but the poise she displays will take her further than the pool ever will. An example of a young person that is not only a great athlete but also displays the character worthy of being a role model.