Congratulations to King Aquatic Club for being named as a 2025 ASCA Top 50 Age Group Team in the Small Team Division. Using the dataset provided by USA Swimming, the rankings were based on percentage of athletes ages 10-14 that met the qualifying AAA & AAAA+ time standards relative to their club size. Read more >>

From the Swimming World website... By Jamie Ross As we approach the business end of the swimming season, athletes will be competing across a number of large and important target meets – regardless of level. The dedication they have put in over the past few months will be tested by the stopwatch. With ambition and stakes high, we ask the question: What goes on inside a swimmer’s head when the pressure is on? In this article, I deconstruct a swimmer’s possible mindset at each point throughout the race. Read more...

From the Swimming World website... By Kelsey Mitchell, Swimming World College Intern. The summer provides a unique opportunity for swimmers, as many get the chance to train and compete outdoors. The envy of all who swim indoors, outdoor swimmers love (and hate) these 15 things. Read more >>

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...

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 >>

From the USA Swimming website... By Devonie Pitre // USA Swimming The application window for the 2024-25 Scholastic All-America (SAA) program is June 1-September 30, 2025, and step-by-step directions are available here (click link). Based on member feedback and to accommodate athletes uploading their academic year transcripts, the application deadline was extended to the end of September. Read more >>

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 >>

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,...

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 >>

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...