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  • The Sentinel’s Athlete of the Week: Mechanicsburg Swimmer James Wetherhold

    Feb 5, 2020

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    in Competition

    Mechanicsburg swimmer James Wetherhold loves engineering, specifically aviation. He also has plans to obtain his pilot’s license.

  • YMCA to offer ‘Masters Swim’ class perfect for Knoxville Marathon training

    Feb 5, 2020

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    in Masters

    Make a splash on race day with a little cross-training.

  • Ocean Swim Fiji 2020

    Feb 5, 2020

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    in Open Water

    Scott Rice and his team at Quantum Events have been creating and operating ocean swimming events for over 15 years, including the 7-event Banana Boat New Zealand Ocean Swim Series.

    Inspired by stunning scenery, exceptional swimming conditions and world-class hospitality, Ocean Swim Fiji first launched in 2018 and has grown year on year, now heading into its third swimcation in 2020. Fine-tuning the perfect balance of challenging yet rewarding ocean swims, incredible relaxation and a touch of local Fijian culture, Scott and his team are dedicated to quality, safety and delivering unforgettable experiences.

    Now an aspirational fixture on the calendar for avid open water swimmers around the globe, Ocean Swim Fiji sold out in it’s first two years.

    https://oceanswimfiji.com/

  • ‘No Swim Advisory’ Issued For Oleta River Park

    Feb 5, 2020

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    in Environment

    Officials said a pipe break resulted in an unpermitted discharge in the area of 7000 Island Blvd with discharge to Little Maule Lake and adjacent water bodies.

  • Swim team mascot returned after 40 years

    Feb 5, 2020

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    in Competition

    It all started with a mystery box delivered to the WISN 12 News Sports Department on Monday with a stuffed alligator and a note asking someone to return Wally Gator to his rightful home — 40 years after the mascot was kidnapped in good fun.

  • How to master Backstroke Swimming | Learn from an Olympic Medallist | Olympians’ Tips

    Feb 4, 2020

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    in Technique

    Do you want to master your Backstroke Swimming technique or improve your Backstroke Swimming Kick? Check out this tutorial with USA’s Olympic medallist Elizabeth Beisel who knows some very effective exercises and tips which will help you become better and better in the pool!

  • Chilly Swimming – 1955 | The Archivist Presents

    Feb 4, 2020

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    in Winter Swimming

    I went for a lovely indoor swim this morning and am very much looking forward to some cold water swimming outdoors in the spring. Here are some hardy folk swimming in the see off Brighton in January. Brrr! Wish someone had been cooking me sausages after my swim, I am starving!

  • Road to Tokyo 2020: Artistic Swimmers Jacqueline Simoneau & Claudia Holzner

    Feb 4, 2020

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    in Artistic Swimming, Synchronized Swimming

    Canada’s Artistic Swimming duo of Jacqueline Simoneau and Claudia Holzner reflect on their double gold medal performance at the Lima 2019 Pan American Games which qualified them to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, and what to expect from their performance at the Games this July.

    https://youtu.be/5MMIY_pkTOA

  • Mum learns to swim for MS 24 Hour Mega Swim

    Feb 4, 2020

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    in Charity

    The MS 24 Hour Mega Swim is a fun, all abilities team event. In 2020, we are celebrating 20 years of the swim in Fitzroy. Don’t miss out on the fun! Sign up today. Your laps in the pool will make a real difference to people living with multiple sclerosis. Register or donate: https://www.msmegaswim.org.au/

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