Swimmer's Daily

  • Tommy Janton’s journey began in a familiar place: a YMCA pool.

    What started as swim practice quickly became something more. Alongside sharpening his strokes, Tommy found confidence, community, and friendships at the Western Family YMCA that would last a lifetime.

    “A lot of great memories here,” Tommy says. “If you’ve never done it 100%, try it. It’s a great spot to get more friends and a place to put yourself out there.”

    Those early days at the Y laid the foundation for something extraordinary. By age nine, Tommy’s father, Tom, a former Western Y swim coach, saw something special. Talent, but more importantly, a growing commitment to the sport.

    “I knew if I put the hard work with the talent, I really could become something special,” Tommy recalls.

  • We have a heart-stopping video tonight showing the moment a shark leaps from the Parramatta River, spearing through the air just metres from rowers. They weren’t hurt, but it’s yet another wake-up call, with the State Government acknowledging more needs to be done to keep swimmers and surfers safe.

  • In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie sits down in Austin, Texas during the USA Swimming Pro Swim Series for a fast-paced, fun, and surprisingly insightful conversation with Gen Z athletes Regan Smith, Anna Peplowski, Claire Weinstein, Rylee Erisman, and Charlotte Crush. From slang like “sat,” “chopped,” and “aura farming” to trends, fashion, social media habits, and what actually defines Gen Z culture, this episode breaks down how the next generation of athletes think, talk, and show up—without trying too hard. Equal parts educational and hilarious, this is Gen Z explained by the people actually living it.

  • Australian officials have closed dozens of the country’s Eastern coastal beaches following a recent increase in shark attacks. NBC News’ George Solis reports on the warnings issued after four reported incidents. 

  • An SUV ended up in the water off a boat ramp in Virginia beach, trapping a woman inside. A hero passerby leaped into action. One of the rescuers happened to be a Navy rescue swimmer. One rescuer smashed the rear window while another worked the windshield. The car was sinking fast. The SUV disappeared underwater but then the rescuers brought the driver to the surface. Everyone was hauled to safety by rope. Navy rescue swimmer 35-year-old Jeremy Way injured his hand.

  • The youngest victim of Sydney’s horror string of shark attacks suffered injuries so catastrophic, a family friend says his parents are bracing for the worst possible outcome.

    Nico Antic was mauled by a bull shark off Vaucluse, the first of four attacks in a shocking 48 hours that’s left Sydneysiders wary of the water.

  • Shark attacks are rare but four of them this week has New South Wales in shock.

    It’s left many asking how, and why, this happened.

  • Dax & Elvis break down the newly rebranded Pro Swim Series (RIP TYR Pro Series) after the latest Austin stop. Why are meets so predictable and dull? Fast swimmers sandbagging prelims, endless C/D finals, zero entertainment value, and TYR shifting to CrossFit/triathlons instead. Is USA Swimming killing the sport with bad marketing and no eyeballs? We dive into sponsor ROI fails and why swimming needs to become ENTERTAINMENT

  • In this video, we’re breaking down a swim workout that focuses on Aerobic Endurance. Whether you’re a triathlete, masters swimmer, or just swimming for fitness, this set is designed to challenge and improve your skills.

    Swimming is hard and we love it. With consistency, good technique, and a bit of variety, you’ll get better and you might come to love it as well.