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• Michigan Wolverines to Face Six B1G Opponents in 2017-18

  16-08-2017 20:07 via swimswam.com
  By Karl Ortegon on SwimSwam
  The Michigan Wolverines have announced their schedule for the upcoming 2017-18 season.
  Kicking off with the Michigan Water Carnival at the Canham Natatorium, the women will travel to the state of Texas for the SMU Classic, an invite that they won last year by merely one point over Louisville. The following weekend, both squads will head south from Ann Arbor to take on that very Louisville squad for a match-up with the ACC-based Cardinals.
  The Alumni meet will take pla
  
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• WADA Points to Contamination Case in U.S. as Precedent for Clearing Chinese Swimmers in 2021

  23-04-2024 06:06 via swimswam.com
  
  By Riley Overend on SwimSwam
  The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) took nearly two hours on Monday to address allegations it mishandled a Chinese doping controversy in 2021, with general counsel Ross Wenzel pointing to a similar case on American soil back in 2014 as precedent.
  WADA officials claimed they had no evidence to disprove Chinese authorities’ report that 23 elite swimmers’ positive tests for trimetazidine (TMZ) were caused by contamination in their hotel kitchen about seven m
  
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• Chinese swimming doping allegations prompt questions of fairness – and point to acrimony in Paris pool | Kieran Pender

  23-04-2024 03:33 via theguardian.com
  
  Wada has defended its process as aggrieved athletes claim the anti-doping system only works if everyone is subject to same rulesAustralian swimmer Shayna Jack has always denied consuming ligandrol, a banned performance enhancing drug. But, when Jack was subject to an out-of-competition anti-doping test at Tobruk Pool in Cairns in 2019, she returned an adverse analytical finding. As is protocol, Jack was issued a provisional suspension, the suspension was made public and the swimmer was ultimatel
  
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• China Contributes Almost An Extra $2 Million Over Requirement To WADA In 2018 And 2019

  22-04-2024 21:24 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  According to confidential minutes obtained by the Associated Press, China contributed almost an extra $2 million (US) than their required payment to help fund the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
  The minutes found that China gave $993,000 in 2018 and $992,000 in 2019. In December 2020, WADA released a statement being transparent on additional contributions that they were receiving (and had already received). WADA stated that India pledged an additional 1 million USD,
  
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• Bucher, Auboeck & Edl Rack Up Solid Performances At 2024 Graz Trophy

  22-04-2024 21:16 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2024 AUSTRIAN GRAZ TROPHYThursday, April 18th – Sunday, April 21st
  Graz, Austria
  LCM (50m)
  ResultsThe 2024 Austrian Graz Trophy wrapped up last night with multiple swimmers making waves over the course of the 4-day competition.
  One of them was 27-year-old Heiko Gigler who nailed a new national record in the men’s 100m free.
  As we reported, Gigler led off his squad’s men’s 4x100m free relay with a new lifetime best of 48.36. His time overtook
  
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• Trailblazing British Olympian Alice Dearing Announces Retirement From Competitive Swimming

  22-04-2024 20:06 via swimswam.com
  
  By Riley Overend on SwimSwam
  Alice Dearing, who became the first Black woman to swim for Britain at the Olympics three years ago in Tokyo, announced her retirement from the sport on Monday via social media.
  Dearing’s decade-long international swimming career spanned three World Championships, two European Championships, and one Olympics, where she placed 19th in the 10km at the Tokyo 2021 edition of the Summer Games. She turns 27 years old on Tuesday.
  She has also made waves outside of the
  
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• Canadian National Teammer Abby Dunford Receives “Complete Release” From NLI With Michigan

  22-04-2024 19:44 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  Canadian National Team member Abby Dunford has received a “complete release” from her National Letter of Intent (NLI, not to be confused with name, image, likeness NIL).
  A complete release is granted when, “Extenuating circumstances must be presented in any appeal to the NLI Appeals Committees as grounds for a complete release. The merits of each case are different which is why the committee determines what constitutes extenuating on a case-by-case b
  
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• Nikolett Padar: “I am…not in a rush to make a decision” on NCAA Future

  22-04-2024 19:02 via swimswam.com
  
  By Braden Keith on SwimSwam
  Hungarian swimmer Nikolett Padar, who verbally committed to Bob Bowman and Arizona State University in fall 2023, says that she hasn’t made any decisions yet about her plans for college swimming in light of Bowman’s departure for the University of Texas.
  Padar told SwimSwam that while “of course I have been thinking about the situation,” she is focused on this year’s meets for now.
  “I am also not in a rush to make a major decis
  
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• Who Was A Part Of The 23 Positive Swimmers From China And Who Was Not?

  22-04-2024 18:10 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  According to the reports by the New York Times and the ARD (Germany), 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for the banned substance trimetazidine (TMZ) at the start of the calendar year in 2021, about seven months before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The swimmers were not sanctioned by CHINADA as traces of TMZ were reportedly found present in the hotel the swimmers stayed at. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) upheld CHINADA’s decision.
  ARD also reported a list of th
  
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• China Responds to Allegations of Widespread Doping: ‘Fake News’

  22-04-2024 17:40 via swimswam.com
  
  By Riley Overend on SwimSwam
  China’s foreign ministry spokesman, Wang Wenbin, called recent allegations of widespread doping among Chinese swimmers “fake news” on Monday.
  “The relevant reports are fake news and not factual,” Wang said at a press conference in Beijing. “I believe you will also have noted that the World Anti-Doping Agency has put out a very clear response.
  “The Chinese swimmers involved were neither at fault nor guilty of negligence, and t
  
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• China Responds to Allegations of Widespread 2021 Doping: ‘Fake News’

  22-04-2024 17:40 via swimswam.com
  
  By Riley Overend on SwimSwam
  China’s foreign ministry spokesman, Wang Wenbin, called recent allegations of widespread doping among Chinese swimmers “fake news” on Monday.
  “The relevant reports are fake news and not factual,” Wang said at a press conference in Beijing. “I believe you will also have noted that the World Anti-Doping Agency has put out a very clear response.
  “The Chinese swimmers involved were neither at fault nor guilty of negligence, and t
  
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• Diving In: Why Now Is the Time to Pay Attention to Swimming

  22-04-2024 17:33 via swimswam.com
  
  By SwimSwam Partner Content on SwimSwam
  Amidst the hype of this year’s NBA drafts, Masters tournament, and the start of baseball season, the swimming world has been making waves of its own. With fresh, powerhouse talents breaking onto the scene, jaw-dropping NCAA performances, and the upcoming Olympic trials and games, 2024 is gearing up to be a monumental year for the sport.As excitement builds and records are set to tumble, swim fans are at the edge of their seats. For those new to the s
  
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• 16-Yr-Old Zhang Zhanshuo Takes 800 Free On Night 4 Of Chinese Nationals

  22-04-2024 17:32 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2024 CHINESE NATIONAL SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPSFriday, April 19th – Sunday, April 27th
  Shenzhen, China
  LCM (50m)
  SwimSwam Preview
  Day 1 Recap/Day 2 Recap/Day 3 Recap
  Results
  LivestreamDay 4 of the 2024 Chinese National Swimming Championships brought about more qualifiers for this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris, France.
  We reviewed the list of qualifiers thus far through day 3, with the fastest times across the 2023 World Championships, 2024 World Championships
  
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• Tampa Gains Commitment From Futures Qualifier Jared Allison (2024)

  22-04-2024 16:51 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sidney Zacharias on SwimSwam
  Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
  Jared Allison has announced his commitment to further his academic and athletic career at the University of Tampa. Allison hails from Aiken, South
  
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• Backstroker Paige Wielgus Hands Commitment To Hamilton (2024)

  22-04-2024 16:40 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sidney Zacharias on SwimSwam
  Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
  Paige Wielgus of Pocasset, Massachusetts, has announced her commitment to swim and study at Hamilton College. Wielgus is a senior at Sturgis East C
  
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• Shouts From The Stands: Is The Ban On Kneeskins For 12-and-Under Girls Unfair?

  22-04-2024 15:34 via swimswam.com
  
  By SwimSwam Contributors on SwimSwam
  SwimSwam welcomes reader submissions about all topics aquatic, and if it’s well-written and well-thought, we might just post it under our “Shouts from the Stands” series. We don’t necessarily endorse the content of the Shouts from the Stands posts, and the opinions remain those of their authors. If you have thoughts to share, please send them to [email protected].
  This “Shouts from the Stands” submission com
  
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• Inaugural Iowa Swimming (LSC) Altitude Select Camp a Success

  22-04-2024 15:25 via swimswam.com
  
  By SwimSwam Contributors on SwimSwam
  Courtesy: Jackson Leonard
  Last week, Iowa Swimming, Inc. (IASI) brought together 21 of the top swimmers in the Iowa LSC for the second iteration of their Senior Select camp. This year’s camp, however, was unique as it was the first ‘out-of-LSC’ camp/training trip for the Iowa swimmers and coaches. Of the 24 attending members, only four had ever been to the U.S. Olympic Training Center before.
  Applicants needed a minimum of a Futures time sta
  
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• Yusra Mardini and Michael Gunning Make 30 Under 30 Europe List

  22-04-2024 15:03 via swimswam.com
  
  By Casey Murphy on SwimSwam
  Swimmers Yusra Mardini and Michael Gunning have been named on Forbes’ 30 under 30 Europe Sports and Games list. The list recognizes individuals under the age of 30 who have made significant accomplishments in sports and games throughout Europe. 
  Mardini’s story was captured on Netflix’s The Swimmers in 2022. Mardini once represented Syria at the 2012 FINA Short Course World Championships. She dreamed of swimming at the Olympics, but the odds wer
  
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• The Hungry Swimmer: Blueberry Cheesecake Smoothie

  22-04-2024 14:30 via swimswam.com
  
  By Ari Meyer on SwimSwam
  As a swimmer, it is essential to fuel your body with the right nutrients to power your performance and aid in recovery…this blueberry cheesecake smoothie will do just that, all while tasting like the irresistible cheesecake dessert that we all know and love! Let’s dive into the benefits of this yummy pre/post-practice smoothie…
  MUSCLE RECOVERY: The combination of Greek yogurt, milk, almond butter, and chia seeds provide swimmers with a healthy dose of
  
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• Do You Love Swimming? See 766 Swim Jobs You Might Love

  22-04-2024 13:52 via swimswam.com
  
  By Coleman Hodges on SwimSwam
  Looking for a job in swimming! Go here to see 766 Swim Jobs.
  ASSISTANT SENIOR GROUP/HEAD COACH
  Seeking a coach to assist with senior group swimmers (30-40 swimmers) for a well-established team that regularly averages 80-90 active swimmers.  Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, be well-organized, and be energetic and passionate about working with swimmers, parents, and other coaches.
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  Rosemead Rapids is hiring part time assist
  
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• Australian Coach Denis Cotterell Defends China Amid Doping Scandal

  22-04-2024 06:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  Australian swim coach Denis Cotterell has defended China in an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald amid China’s doping scandal that dates back to 2021.
  According to the reports by the New York Times and the ARD (Germany), 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for the banned substance trimetazidine (TMZ) at the start of the calendar year in 2021, about seven months before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The swimmers were not sanctioned by CHINADA as traces of TMZ wer
  
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• FULL RECAP: 23 Chinese Swimmers Fail Drug Test, Still Compete in Tokyo Olympics

  22-04-2024 04:29 via swimswam.com
  
  By Coleman Hodges on SwimSwamFor those who haven’t heard or kept up with this shocking and ever-growing story, I did my best to give a full synopsis of the Chinese doping scandal that broke over the weekend. See links to every related SwimSwam article in chronological order below:{UPDATE} World Aquatics Denies That Chinese 800 Free Relay Has Been DQ’ed (Originally “US Swimmers Have Been Notified That China’s Olympic Gold Medal 800 Free Relay Has Been DQ’ed”
  He
  
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• NCAA Record Holder Alex Walsh Announces Return To Virginia For COVID-19 Fifth Year

  22-04-2024 04:07 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  Alex Walsh has announced on Instagram that she will return to Virginia to use her COVID-19 fifth year.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Alex Walsh (@alexwalsh7)Walsh helped the Virginia women to their 4th straight NCAA team title this past season. She went 3 for 3 in individual NCAA titles as she won the 200 IM, 400 IM, and 200 breast. She swam personal best times in all three events swimming a 2:02.07 in the 200 breast, a 1:49.20 in the 200 IM, and a 3:55.9
  
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• Felicity Passon Poised for Second Olympic Appearance With Seychelles in Paris

  22-04-2024 02:39 via swimswam.com
  
  By Riley Overend on SwimSwam
  Africa’s smallest country, the island of Seychelles, is reportedly sending at least three athletes to the Paris Olympics this summer, and Felicity Passon appears in line for one of the two swimming spots up for grabs.
  The secretary general of the Seychelles Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association (SOCGA) confirmed Seychelles will send one male and one female swimmer to Paris, noting that the nation will prioritize athletes on Olympic scholarships. Passon is
  
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• US Olympic Medalists React To Chinese Doping Scandal “Frustration In The System”

  22-04-2024 02:05 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  Numerous US Olympic Swimmers have taken to their Instagram stories to express their reactions to the Chinese doping scandal that was released on Friday evening.
  According to the reports by the New York Times and the ARD (Germany), 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for the banned substance trimetazidine (TMZ) at the start of the calendar year in 2021, about seven months before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The swimmers were not sanctioned by CHINADA as traces of TMZ were
  
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• Germany And Canada React To Chinese Doping Scandal

  22-04-2024 01:15 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  The swimming governing bodies in Germany and Canada have given their reaction to the Chinese doping scandal that made headlines less than 48 hours ago.
  News broke on Friday night that 23 swimmers from China tested positive for the banned substance trimetazidine (TMZ) about seven months before the 2020 (taking place in 2021) Tokyo Olympics. Chinese doping authorities claim that TMZ was injected unknowingly at a hotel the swimmers stayed at. The World Anti-Doping Agency
  
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• WATCH: 15-Time NCAA Champion Coach Eddie Reese Gives Retirement Speech

  21-04-2024 22:43 via swimswam.com
  
  By Braden Keith on SwimSwam
  Friends, family, and alumni gathered at the JW Marriott in Austin, Texas on Friday evening to celebrate the retirement of Eddie Reese, the most accomplished swim coach in NCAA D1 history, and one of the greatest swim coaches in the history of the world.
  Reese is retiring after 46 years leading the Longhorns, a career that saw him lead the men’s team to 15 NCAA team titles, 45 consecutive conference titles, and 44 consecutive top 10 finishes at the NCAA Cham
  
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• WATCH: Eddie Reese’s Speech from his Retirement Party at the JW Marriott in Austin

  21-04-2024 22:38 via swimswam.com
  By Coleman Hodges on SwimSwamEddie Reese had his retirement party this past Friday, April 19, at the JW Marriott in Austin, Texas. Reportedly over 700 attendees were present, including Eddie’s former athletes, coaches he’s shared the deck with, and co-workers from the University of Texas. There were a few speakers throughout the night, including Reese himself, whos speech you can watch above.
  Eddie Reese has been the head coach of the University of Texas’ men’s swimming a
  
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• Lukas Märtens Pops Off 1:56.18 200 Backstroke To Close Out Gothaer & Friends Meet

  21-04-2024 21:20 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sean Griffin on SwimSwam
  33RD INTERNATIONAL GOTHAER & FRIENDS MEETFriday, April 19th – Sunday, April 21st
  Magdeburg, Germany
  LCM (50m)
  Live ResultsThe 33rd International Gothaer and Friends Meet is now completed and there are many notable swims to report. The meet took place in Magdeburg, Germany this week and coincided with the annual Berlin Open. Many swimmers opted to compete at one of the meets in the lead-up to next week’s National Championships, which will serve as the f
  
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• Daniel and Nathan Wiffen Analyze Daniel’s 800m Free World Title in Doha (Video)

  21-04-2024 18:30 via swimswam.com
  
  By Spencer Penland on SwimSwam
  Ireland’s Wiffen twins, Daniel Wiffen and Nathan Wiffen, published a video to their “Wiffen Twins” YouTube channel today, wherein they watched and discussed Daniel’s gold medal performance in the 800 free at the World Championships in Doha earlier this year. The swim marked Daniel’s first world title, and in the video, he takes the audience through his plans, what he was thinking at various points in the race, and some stroke analysis.
  
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