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From the Swimming World website... By Chandler Brandes, Swimming World College Intern We all have a love-hate relationship with swimming. Although we sometimes complain about the early mornings and the hard workouts, at the end of the day, we all keep coming back. We can get caught up in the stress of balancing classes, homework, practice, work, a social life, etc., and it’s easy to lose sight of what’s important. Swimming is an amazing sport, and we all should be grateful that we have the opportunity to be a part...

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From the SwimSwam website... Courtesy: American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA) Congratulation to King Aquatic Club (KING) for being ranked 20th in the small teams (less than 199 swimmers) divison. The American Swimming Coaches Association has announced the 2025 Top 50 Age Group Teams for large, medium and small size teams. Working collaboratively with USA Swimming, which provided the data, ASCA updated the criteria to recognize more teams and more coaches who are doing a great job in age group development. Read more >>

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From the Swimming World website... By Adam Denn For the most part, summer is every young swimmer’s dream. Beautiful, sunny swim meets, post-practice ice cream, and fun await swimmers who dedicate their summer to the sport. There’s a relaxation to the summer, especially compared to the rigidity of the competitive winter season. Read more >>

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From the SwimSwam website... By SwimSwam Contributors, Elizabeth Spencer Rosenthal Every day, dads are in the swim of things, making life better, especially at the pool. When dads show up on deck, much like a backstroke race, things start looking up! On meet days, Swim Dads pull the wagons and carry the chairs and coolers. They show up with cool cameras with extra powerful lenses that not only preserve special moments in time, they make every swimmer look like an Olympian. They distinguish themselves as lane timers and lead timers,...

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From the Swimming World website... By Peyton Curry As many of our swimmers transition from the pool to the workforce, it’s essential to recognize that your athletic experience is a marketable asset. The traits you’ve honed through years of training, competing, and sacrifice will last a lifetime. As a result, you have a unique set of skills that should not be overlooked. Read more >>

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From the SwimSwam website... By Ari Meyer Whether you’re refueling post-practice or craving something clean and energizing, this salmon bowl hits the spot! This easy salmon bowl is one of my go-to meals when I want something quick, healthy, and packed with flavor. Marinated in a savory-spicy mix and air-fried until crisp, the salmon is served over jasmine rice with fresh veggies and a creamy sriracha mayo drizzle. Loaded with high-quality protein from salmon and edamame, complex carbs from rice, and nutrient-rich vegetables, it’s a balanced, energizing option that’s ideal...

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From the Swimming World website.. By Dr. Donald Lee Aivalotis, II – Guest Editorial I once told my wife that we would NEVER become a swim family! I was serious. My son was playing basketball, a sport with a clear season. “Those swim families are crazy,” I told her. “They don’t sleep!” We are now a swim family. While I love everything about it and wouldn’t change a thing, it is absolutely “no joke!” Being a swim family is hard. It’s exhaustingly amazing! Read more >>

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From the Swimming World website... By ALICE REEVES-TURNER Swimmers are renowned for their dedication to their sport. We train long hours at ridiculous times and spend all day at meets only to spend a few minutes actually racing in the pool. However, all swimmers reach a point in their careers when they question why they’re still doing it. Although many relocate their love for the water, there are several factors which can stop a swimmer returning to the sport, especially in the early years. Read more >>

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From the USA Swimming website... By TrueSport Expert Kevin Chapman, PhD Have you waited until the last night before a report is due to write it? Or delayed doing laundry until you don’t have any clean clothes left? That’s procrastination, and it’s very common! Read more >>

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From the USA Swimming website... By TrueSport Expert Dr. Kevin Chapman As caregivers, you want your athlete to perform at their best and achieve excellence in their sport, at school, and in their other extracurricular activities. But while striving to be their best is important, sometimes athletes can take these behaviors too far and end up hurting themselves as a result. So, how can you help your athlete strive for greatness—while avoiding the dangers that can come from perfectionist tendencies? Read more >>