Category: Competition
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The woman who went head-to-head with Michael Phelps in open competition – 2007 Duel in the Pool
At the peak of his career, Michael Phelps was upstaged in a race by a swimmer who went four seconds slower. Australian Libby Trickett did more than hold her own against Phelps to lead off the opening event of the 2007 Duel in the Pool, a mixed-gender 4x100m freestyle relay. Trickett, then known as Libby…
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Central Florida Swim Instructors Petition to Be Essential Business
Central Florida swim instructors petition to be essential businessWatch this video on YouTube
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The Konrads, Swim Champions (1959)
The Konrad Kids, John and Ilsa, were a champion Australian swimming team in the 50s and 60s. In 1959, Movietone News told audiences about their careers so far. The next year both would medal in the 1960 Rome Olympics. https://youtu.be/2RYBOn1iiMA
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Hang out with us for the love of the sport | Social Kick Podcast
A story about discovery the love for swimming, that we all share. Watch this video on YouTube
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SwimOutlet Unveils Inspirational Messages from Olympians, Straight to Your Mobile Phone
Casual swimmers and swim racers aren’t the only ones who’ve had to adjust their schedules the past few weeks. Elite swimmers and Olympians across the globe have had to adjust to new dryland workout schedules and search for private pools while mapping out an entirely new training calendar with the postponement of the 2020 Tokyo…
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Missoula’s Katharine Berkoff now eyeing 2021 Olympics amidst cancellations
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Duje Draganja Zoom Talks With King Aquatic Club
Coach Milorad (“Milo”) Cavic interviews swimming legend and Olympic medalist, Duje Draganja, about what swimming was like during a war; how kickboxing made him a better swimmer; and his mental approach to racing.
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US Olympian Cody Miller sends a message to Norwich Swan Swimming Club
During the COVID-19 pandemic our Swimming Club has been thinking of ways to stay connected. As well as a Strength & Conditioning programme delivered through Zoom to Norwich Swan squad swimmers we have also set up a weekly Vlog with various challenges as well as features such as coaches corner where the swimmers can see…