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• Mid-Distance and Distance Freestyler Heidi Dickson Gives Verbal to Seton Hall

  12-10-2017 21:04 via swimswam.com
  By Anne Lepesant on SwimSwam
  Heidi Dickson, who hails from Greenwich Township, New Jersey but swims for Wilmington, Delaware’s Ursuline Academy and Delaware Swim Team, has verbally committed to Seton Hall University’s class of 2022.
  “so excited to announce my verbal commitment to swim at seton hall university!! #HALLin”
  Dickson is primarily a distance freestyler. She has been an A-finalist in the 200/500 free double at the Delaware State Meet in each of her three high sch
  
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• WATCH: Jankovics & Tierney Qualify For Their First Olympics (Day 2 CAN Trials Race Videos)

  16-05-2024 03:27 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sophie Kaufman on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
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  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
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  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live ResultsIt’s been an action packed start to the 2024 Canadian Olympic and Paralymic Trials. But if you’ve been unable to tune in, do not fear — we’re compil
  
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• Kylie Masse Qualifies For Paris With Her Fastest 100 Back Since Tokyo (Day 3 Qualifiers)

  16-05-2024 03:08 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sophie Kaufman on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
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  Meet Central
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  Live ResultsKylie Masse is back. On day three of the 2024 Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Trials, Masse qualified for her third Olympic Games in the 100 backstroke.
  But more than the qualification, what really stands out is her tim
  
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• Kayla Han, Luke Whitlock Open Indianapolis Spring Cup With Distance Free Wins

  16-05-2024 02:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  2024 Indianapolis Spring CupMay 15-18, 2024
  IUPUI Natatorium
  Meet Mobile: “2024 Indy May Cup”Some of the top swimmers from the midwest are competing this week in Indianapolis, just one month out from the US Olympic Trials. The meet serves as one of many tune-up meets before some athletes will return to Indianapolis next month but will swim in Lucas Oil Stadium.
  On the first night of the meet, Luke Whitlock earned the win in the men’s 1500 freestyle s
  
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• Northwestern Hires Joe Bonk From Virginia As Assistant Coach

  16-05-2024 01:40 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  Northwestern University has announced the addition of Joe Bonk to its coaching staff for the 2024-2025 season. Bonk most recently served as an assistant coach at the University of Virginia.
  “We are thrilled to welcome Joe Bonk to our Swim & Dive staff,” said Northwestern Head Coach Rachel Stratton-Mills. “Joe brings a wealth of experience from both his swimming and coaching backgrounds, along with a deep passion for the sport that aligns perfectl
  
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• Oliver Dawson Breaks Own Canadian 15-17 Age Group Record With 2:12.42 200 Breast

  16-05-2024 01:12 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
  How To Watch
  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live Results
  Prelims – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap | Day 3 Recap
  Finals – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap
  Day 3 Finals RecapMEN’S 200 BREASTSTROKE – FINALWorld Record: 2:05.48 &ndash
  
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• Former Texas A&M Men’s Head Coach Jay Holmes Announces Retirement After US Trials

  16-05-2024 00:53 via swimswam.com
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  Former head coach of men’s swimming and diving at Texas A&M Jay Holmes has announced his retirement from coaching. His retirement comes just 10 days after the school announced the hiring of Blaire Bachman as the first Director of Swimming and Diving.A salute to an incredible career.Thank you, Jay!https://t.co/Uy1A0mUpUm#GigEm pic.twitter.com/RQbdU74lhX
  — Texas A&M Swimming & Diving (@AggieSwimDive) May 15, 2024“It’s been an honor an
  
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• 2024 Canadian Olympic & Paralympic Trials: Day 3 Finals Live Recap

  15-05-2024 23:30 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sophie Kaufman on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
  How To Watch
  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live Results
  Prelims – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap | Day 3 Recap
  Finals – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 RecapDay 3 Finals Heat Sheets
  Good evening folks and welcome back to Toronto’s Pan Am Sports Cen
  
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• Both Liendo & Finlay Scratch 200 Free A-Final; Acevedo Sneaks Back In – Day 3 Final Scratches

  15-05-2024 23:01 via swimswam.com
  
  By Mark Wild on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
  How To Watch
  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live Results
  Prelims – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap | Day 3 Recap
  Finals – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 RecapDay 3 Finals Heat Sheet
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  Heading into this morning’s
  
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• 2024 Speedo Atlanta Classic: Day 1 Finals Live Recap

  15-05-2024 22:30 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sean Griffin on SwimSwam
  2024 SPEEDO ATLANTA CLASSICWednesday, May 15th – Saturday, May 18th 2024
  McAuley Aquatic Center, Atlanta, Georgia
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  Live Results on Meet Mobile: “2024 Speedo Atlanta Classic”The 2024 Speedo Atlanta Classic will kick off this evening with just the men’s and women’s 1500 freestyle. The 1500s will be contested as timed finals, meaning anyone outside of the top seeded heat can make their wa
  
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• Y-Nationals Champion Molly Yacoviello Sends Verbal To Wisconsin (2025)

  15-05-2024 22:16 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.
  Molly Yacoviello of York, Pennsylvania, has announced her verbal commitment to continue her education and swimming career at the University of Wisc
  
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• Minnesota HS State Runner-Up Jordan Hogue Commits To South Dakota (2024)

  15-05-2024 22:05 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.
  Jordan Hogue of New Ulm, Minnesota, has announced his commitment to continue his education and swimming career at the University of South Dakota. H
  
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• Update: Brazil’s Stephanie Balduccini Undergoes Appendectomy

  15-05-2024 20:18 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  2024 BRAZILIAN SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPSMonday, May 6th – Saturday, May 11th
  Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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  Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap | Day 3 Recap | Day 4 Recap| Day 5 Recap
  Live ResultsYesterday we reported how 19-year-old Stephanie Balduccini had raced at the 2024 Brazilian Swimming Championships while taking antibiotics to avoid appendicitis sur
  
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• Sporti Unveils the Paris Collection, Setting the Stage for a Thrilling Summer of Swimming

  15-05-2024 19:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By SwimSwam Partner Content on SwimSwam
  In anticipation of the upcoming excitement coming to Paris, Sporti is proud to announce the launch of their limited edition Paris Collection. Inspired by the iconic street art and romantic ambiance of Paris, this collection honors the artistic spirit and charm of the French capital. The Sporti Paris Collection features a range of Women’s, Men’s, and Youth training swimsuits, including one-pieces for women, jammers, briefs, and square-leg option
  
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• Masse Swims 58.27 100 BK, Her Fastest Since Tokyo; Liendo Shreds 200 FR PB with 1:47.83

  15-05-2024 18:59 via swimswam.com
  
  By Spencer Penland on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
  How To Watch
  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live Results
  Prelims – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap | Day 3 Recap
  Finals – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 RecapDay 3 prelims of the 2024 Canadian Olympic Trials saw huge performances out of two of Canada&rsq
  
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• University of Arizona Names Ben Loorz New Head Swim & Dive Coach

  15-05-2024 18:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By James Sutherland on SwimSwam
  The University of Arizona has found its new leader of the Wildcat swim & dive programs, tabbing longtime UNLV coach Ben Loorz as the head coach of the men’s and women’s teams on Thursday.
  Loorz comes to Tucson after an eight-year run at UNLV, leaving the Rebels with a decorated resume after numerous conference titles and Coach of the Year honors.
  Loorz takes the reins at Arizona from Augie Busch, who was fired in early May after seven seasons
  
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• University of Arizona Expected To Name Ben Loorz As New Head Swim & Dive Coach

  15-05-2024 18:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By James Sutherland on SwimSwam
  The University of Arizona has reportedly found its new leader of the Wildcat swim & dive programs, as the school is expected to tab longtime UNLV coach Ben Loorz as the head coach of the men’s and women’s teams on Thursday.
  Loorz comes to Tucson after an eight-year run at UNLV, leaving the Rebels with a decorated resume after numerous conference titles and Coach of the Year honors.
  Loorz takes the reins at Arizona from Augie Busch, who was fir
  
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• Oliver Dawson Drops Three Seconds To Break Canadian 15-17 NAG Record In 200 Breast

  15-05-2024 17:57 via swimswam.com
  
  By James Sutherland on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
  How To Watch
  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live Results
  Prelims – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap | Day 3 Recap
  Finals – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 RecapAfter setting a new best time on the opening day of the Canadian Olympic Trials in the 100 brea
  
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• Thomas Heilman, Anna Moesch Highlight Richmond Super Sectional As Tune Up For Trials

  15-05-2024 17:26 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  2024 Richmond Super SectionalMay 16-19, 2024
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  Richmond, VA
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  LivestreamThe Eastern Zone will host its “Super Sectional” with athletes coming from anywhere within the zone. With less than a month before the US Olympic Trials, some of the top junior names will be use the meet as a tune up for Trials.
  The biggest name at the meet includes Thomas Heilman who made the 2023 US World Championship team in both the 100 and 200 butterfly ev
  
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• Distance Specialist Nora Weber Hands Verbal To Auburn (2025)

  15-05-2024 16:45 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.
  Nora Weber has announced her verbal commitment to swim and study at Auburn University, beginning in the fall of 2025. Weber, a USA Swimming Scholas
  
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• 2024 Canadian Olympic & Paralympic Trials: Day 3 Prelims Live Recap

  15-05-2024 15:25 via swimswam.com
  
  By Mark Wild on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
  How To Watch
  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live Results
  Prelims – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap
  Finals – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 RecapDay 3 Prelims Heat SheetSteam courtesy of CBC
  Day 3 ScheduleMen’s Para 400 Free
  Women’s Para 400 Free
  Men’s Open
  
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• Le Clos, Coetze & Smith Headline South African Olympic Roster

  15-05-2024 15:17 via swimswam.com
  
  By Retta Race on SwimSwam
  Swimming South Africa has revealed its 8-strong roster for this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris, France. The lineup includes 3 men and 5 women in a reduction of representation from 3 years ago in Tokyo which saw a squad of 15 go for gold at the 2020 Games.SwimSwam Roster Index for the 2024 Olympic GamesThe reigning gold medalist in the 200m breaststroke from the previous Olympic Games, Tatjana Smith (nee Schoenmaker), leads the charge, with newly-minted African re
  
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• ASCA President Mike Murray Named Assistant AD, Head of Aquatics At Albany Academies

  15-05-2024 15:16 via swimswam.com
  
  By James Sutherland on SwimSwam
  Mike Murray, the current Board President of the American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA), has been named the new Assistant Athletic Director, among other roles, at the Albany Academies in New York.
  In addition to being Assistant AD, Murray will also oversee the aquatics program at the college preparatory school, including coaching the boys’ and girls’ swimming teams. He’ll also manage the summer camp swim program and act as the pool operator.
  
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• No Summer McIntosh in the 100 Back – Day 3 Canadian Olympic & Paralympic Trials Scratches

  15-05-2024 14:43 via swimswam.com
  
  By Mark Wild on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
  How To Watch
  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live Results
  Prelims – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap
  Finals – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 RecapDay 3 Prelims Heat Sheet
  Day 3 ScheduleMen’s Para 400 Free
  Women’s Para 400 Free
  Men’s Open 2oo Free
  Women’
  
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• Jen Buffin Promoted To Head Swim & Dive Coach At Colorado College

  15-05-2024 14:28 via swimswam.com
  
  By SwimSwam on SwimSwam
  Courtesy: Colorado College Athletics
  Former Olympic and NCAA Division I head coach and current Colorado College assistant men’s and women’s swimming coach Jen Buffin has been named head coach for both swimming and diving programs, announced today by Vice President and Director of Athletics Lesley Irvine. Buffin will begin her duties as head coach on May 20.
  Buffin replaces Anne Goodman James, who retired following the 2023-24 season after 18 yea
  
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• Reviewing the Last 2 Weeks of International Swimming & USA May Meets | SWIMSWAM BREAKDOWN

  15-05-2024 13:00 via swimswam.com
  
  By Coleman Hodges on SwimSwamThis week in the SwimSwam Breakdown, we discuss the Brazilian Olympic Trials, the Sydney Open, and the upcoming May Meets in the USA. See below for full list of topics:0:00 SwimSwam Breakdown Introduction
  0:35 Brazilian Olympic Trials
  3:28 Sydney Open
  8:32 May US Meets
  18:08 Blaire Anderson named Director of Swimming at Texas A&MSINK or SWIM23:39 Will Florent Manaudou medal in Paris at the 2024 Olympics?
  29:38 Will the Canadian women win more medals than they did
  
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• Eddie Reese’s Advice for When Swimmers Aren’t Improving

  15-05-2024 12:30 via swimswam.com
  
  By Olivier Poirier-Leroy on SwimSwam
  Feeling a little stuck with your swimming? Here is some wisdom from one of the GOAT swim coaches of all time, Eddie Reese.
  Swimmers in the pursuit of excellence in the water invariably encounter the unexpected plateau or poor swim.
  The moments when despite all their hard work, things just aren’t clicking, clacking, or improving.
  Maybe it happens in the middle of a training cycle, after what you thought was a great bout of training, or on the heels of a
  
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• Katarina Roxon Makes Canadian Swimming History By Qualifying For Fifth Paralympic Team

  15-05-2024 12:24 via swimswam.com
  
  By SwimSwam on SwimSwam
  Courtesy: Swimming Canada
  TORONTO – Katarina Roxon made history Tuesday at the Olympic & Paralympic Trials, Presented by Bell, while five other swimmers put themselves in position to make their Olympic debuts.
  Roxon, a 2016 Paralympic champion from Kippens, N.L., swam an “A” qualifying time in the women’s 100-m breaststroke SB8. That qualifies her to be nominated to her record fifth Paralympic Team, most ever among Can
  
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• NCAA Champion Jake Magahey Returning to Georgia For Fifth Year

  15-05-2024 04:52 via swimswam.com
  
  By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam
  2021 NCAA Champion in the 500 freestyle Jake Magahey will return to Georgia to use his COVID-19 fifth year of eligibility, the school announced on Tuesday.View this post on InstagramA post shared by UGA Swimming & Diving (@ugaswimdive)Magahey has been a consistent ‘A’ finalist and NCAA scorer for the Bulldogs during his undergraduate career. In 2021, his freshman season, he won the NCAA title in the 500 freestyle swimming a 4:07.97. He also was 2nd in
  
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• WATCH: McIntosh Swims World-Leading 400 Free To Qualify For 2nd Olympics (Day 1 Race Videos)

  15-05-2024 04:34 via swimswam.com
  
  By Sophie Kaufman on SwimSwam
  2024 CANADIAN OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC TRIALSMay 13-19, 2024
  Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre – Toronto, Ontario
  LCM (50 meters)
  Meet Central
  How To Watch
  Swimming Canada Olympic Selection Criteria
  Psych Sheets (Updated 05/10)
  Live Results
  Prelims – Day 1 Recap | Day 2 Recap
  Finals – Day 1 RecapAll sessions of the 2024 Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Trials are streaming live on CBC and their Youtube page. But, if you missed the action w
  
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