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10 Hidden Features in the Free Swimming World App

Is Blurry Vision Holding You Back From Your Best Swim Time?

Fun and Effective Kickboard Drills to Enhance Your Swimming

A Letter to Swim Coaches Everywhere: Thank You

The Unwritten Rules of College Recruiting

Harper 'Malin' Wolfson Committs to NYU's D-III Power Program

USA Swimming Accepting Applications for Scholastic All-America Recognition

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10 Hidden Features in the Free Swimming World App

The Swimming World App is more than a newsfeed—it’s the ultimate tool for staying connected to the aquatic sports you love. Whether you're a swimmer, coach, parent, or fan, here are 10 things you might not know the app can do: 1. Buy Direct with the SwimShop Purchase swim gear, training tools, skinc...

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Is Blurry Vision Holding You Back From Your Best Swim Time?

Is Blurry Vision Holding Back Your Best Swim Time? Swimming isn't just about speed—it's about clarity too. Whether you're a competitive swimmer, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who simply enjoys the water, having the right eyewear is essential. For those with prescription needs, blurry vision shoul...

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Fun and Effective Kickboard Drills to Enhance Your Swimming

Fun and Effective Kickboard Drills to Enhance Your Swimming Kickboard exercises are a fun way to improve your swimming skills, as well as your strength and endurance in the water as a whole. At first glance, swimmers may get the impression that the only way to use kickboards is for traditional kick ...

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A Letter to Swim Coaches Everywhere: Thank You

A Letter to Swim Coaches Everywhere: Thank You From the Archive Dear Coach, I would like to begin this letter by asking you a question. A simple, one-word question: Why? Why did you pursue this career? Why do you wake up at the most ungodly hours every day, just to inevitably scream at your swimmers...

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The Unwritten Rules of College Recruiting

The Unwritten Rules of College Recruiting With new opportunities ahead, the college recruiting process should be an exciting time; yet, it’s often met with stress and confusion. Many athletes are unsure of where to start, how to navigate the process, and what the next few years will hold. With the r...

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Harper 'Malin' Wolfson Committs to NYU's D-III Power Program

Harper 'Malin' Wolfson Committs to NYU's D-III Power Program The New York University women's program, coming off a runnerup finish in the team standings at the NCAA Division III Championships, is getting a boost in the distance department. Harper "Malin" Wolfson, a member of the Class of 2026 at the...

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How Swimmers Can Leverage Their Athletic Experience in Job Interviews

How Swimmers Can Leverage Their Athletic Experience in Job Interviews 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 l...

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Alex Shackell Named MaxPreps Female High School Athlete of the Year

Alex Shackell Named MaxPreps Female High School Athlete of the Year High school sports website MaxPreps named Carmel, Indiana, swimmer Alex Shackell its 2024-25 athlete of the year on Tuesday. Shackell qualified for the United States Olympic team at Olympic Trials in the summer of 2024 before her se...

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7 Familiar Reasons Why Swimmers Leave the Sport; How to Combat Them

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 rel...

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Luka Mijatovic Breaks National High School Record in 500 Freestyle

Luka Mijatovic Breaks National High School Record in 500 Freestyle Luka Mijatovic, already a National Age Group (NAG) record-setter in multiple events, added a national high school record to his collection on Saturday. Racing at the California State Championships, the sophomore at Foothill High Scho...

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Powerhouse Keller High (Tx.) Swim Teams Under UIL Investigation

Powerhouse Keller High (Tx.) Swim Teams Under UIL Investigation Texas’ powerhouse Keller High School swim teams – both the boys and girls – are in the spotlight after The Dallas Morning News reported on May 15, 2025, that the University Interscholastic League (UIL) has opened an investigation into a...

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3 Things to Keep in Mind When Transitioning to a New Coach

By Taylor Padington (From the Archive) In the course of a swimmer's career, it is inevitable that they will be directed by more than one coach. This change could be due to a coach switching to a different team, the transition from high school swimming to collegiate swimming, or even retirement. What...