Month: September 2020
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DEM: Portuguese Man o’ War spotted in coastal waters; swimmers use caution
For those wondering why state beaches are flying purple flags, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management said it should serve as a warning to beachgoers that there may be Portuguese Man o’ War in the water.
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Swim Ireland ‘Return to Water’
It’s finally time! Your pool is calling you! We know things are looking a little different for everyone right now, but your love, joy and passion for the pool remains the same. It’s time to #ReturnToWater and get back into your local pool! We will be here with you every step of the way. They…
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Inside with Brett Hawke: Mel Stewart
The 1992 Barcelona Olympic Champion in the 200 Fly. One of the Founders of Swim Swam. Better known as GOLD MEDAL MEL.
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Mesa girl waiting for new heart after beating cancer
Rocking out to her favorite tunes from her hospital bed, Macie Schnepf just makes the best of every situation. “I just like to listen to my music, and it helps me calm down,†said Macie Schnepf. The girl with the big smile is undoubtedly a fighter. Three years ago she was diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma…
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Sport for Business and Peter Conway, Swim Ireland
Swim Ireland has released a powerful new video to mark the launch of their ‘Return to Water’ campaign, encouraging their thousands of members nationwide to return to their local swimming pools and clubs. We spoke to Swim Ireland Chair about what it had been like for the sport during the lockdown and how it is…