Swimmers & programmes
Rea Doherty and Garvan McCann complete historic Rathlin
Rea Doherty and Garvan McCann have become the first swimmers to complete a two-way crossing from Ballycastle to Rathlin Island and back, covering over 24km
Swimmers & programmes
Swimmers & programmes on Laps and Lanes: Athlete profiles, College programmes and recruiting, Club programmes, Coaches, Transfers and commitments and Athlete welfare and safe sport.
Swimmers & programmes
College Swimmer Explains Why Team Culture Matters More
A college swimmer and team captain argues that a team's culture, not only the clock, is critical to athlete development and performance.
Swimmers & programmes
NCAA Allows Underwater Finishes, Coaches See Limited Impact
The NCAA has approved a rule change allowing swimmers to submerge for the final five meters of a race, but top college coaches doubt it will be widely
Swimmers & programmes
The Inglorious Truth About the First Week Back at Practice
An article details the physical and psychological challenges swimmers face when returning to practice after a break, emphasizing the difficulty of
Swimmers & programmes
Elite Swimmers Show No Clear Fatigue Edge in Final 50 Study
A 2025 data analysis finds elite international swimmers do not consistently slow down less than provincial-level swimmers in the final 50 meters of 200m
Swimmers & programmes
Indiana Swimmers Sarkany, McDonald Gain NCAA Eligibility via
A temporary restraining order issued by an Indiana judge makes distance swimmer Zalan Sarkany and backstroker Owen McDonald eligible for the 2026-27 NCAA
Swimmers & programmes
Jake Gibbons on the Changing College Recruiting Landscape
Bolles School head coach Jake Gibbons details how roster limits, the transfer portal, and new economics are reshaping college swimming recruitment for high
Swimmers & programmes
Swim Coaches Share Five Strategies to Build Process-Oriented
Olivier Poirier-Leroy outlines five practical methods for coaches to help swimmers focus on controllable actions rather than outcomes, including setting
Swimmers & programmes
Hanover College Faces Title IX Lawsuit Over Women’s Swim Cut
Four Hanover College women’s swimmers have sued the school for violating Title IX after the college eliminated its women’s and men’s swimming programs in March, citing a shortfall of 170 female-athlete opportunities and a 15% deficit in meeting equity requirements.
Swimmers & programmes
Ledecky’s Pan Pacs Loss Shows Mental Strength
Katie Ledecky lost the 800-free at the Pan Pacific Championships, but her reaction reveals how elite swimmers keep confidence steady. The SwimSwam interview highlights her grounded self-belief, quick bounce-back, data-driven mindset and how rising rivals fuel her drive.
Swimmers & programmes
Teen Swimmer's Pan Pacs Experience: A Weekend of Thrills and Inspiration
A 14-year-old swimmer shares her exciting experience at the Pan Pacs, where she met her idols, watched thrilling races, and learned valuable lessons about hard work and dedication.
Swimmers & programmes
The Motivation Trap That Burns Swimmers Out
Burnout is a common issue in swimming, often misunderstood as a motivation problem. However, research suggests that highly motivated swimmers are more prone to burnout due to their enthusiastic commitment to the sport.
Swimmers & programmes
Summer Snack: Blistered Shishito Peppers with Spicy Aioli
A simple and flavorful summer snack featuring blistered shishito peppers and a spicy chili crisp aioli.