Learning how to swim is a rite of passage for many, but a surprising number of American children can’t swim. Part of that comes down to access and restrictions rooted in racism that have kept generations of swimmers out of pools. Isabella Jibilian of Rhode Island PBS reports.
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New World Record | Kaylee McKeown | 100m Backstroke
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Could You Beat an Olympic Swimmer? | Propulsion Swimming
In this ultimate “Kids vs Olympians” face-off, have you ever wondered if an average swimmer could keep up with Olympic legends? Dive into this special edition of “Sprint with the Stars Swimming” where budding age-group talents challenge the prowess of iconic swimmers like Adam Peaty, David Popovici, James Guy, and Sydney Pickrem at the world-renowned London Aquatics Centre!
Experience the unique head start system where our spirited young participants get a calculated advantage, aiming to finish right beside the swimming titans! Beyond racing, this meet aims at gathering inspiration and the passion of the next generation.
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Athlete of the Week: Grace Hoeper | KCRG-TV9
Solon junior Grace Hoeper, who competes for City High, is dominating high school swimming this season.
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Maryland Trio Swimming Their Way to 100 Years Old, One Lap at a Time | ABC 7 News – WJLA
There is a silver trio in Montgomery County that is currently defying the odds, trying to join the century club together. They are using swimming to stay together and full of life.
Avid swimmers always set goals and reach milestones, well this one here in Rockville Maryland is a bit different, more of a pact to make it to the century mark.
“Could you imagine a 95-year-old swimming in the morning so early? It has added years to our lives, and lives to our years,” said Seymour Herman.
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Festive Season | Water Users Urged to Be Cautious | eNCA
The summer season is officially here. Many will carry on the tradition of heading to the coast and spending time at the beach. But this is sometimes fraught with danger. That is why the National Sea Rescue Institute is urging people to be safe and know who to call if they need help. The NSRI is always looking at ways to keep you safe when going for a swim. Andrew Ingram discussed this with eNCA’s Dan Moyane.
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Malden Catholic Swimmer Thea Sanzone Overcomes Tragic Injury to Compete at High Level | CBS Boston
Thea Sanzone was told she would never return to competitive swimming after an accident slashed her arm to the bone. WBZ-TV’s Steve Burton reports.
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Maitland Swimmers Make Waves at Orlando’s Rosen Aquatic Center | WKMG News 6 ClickOrlando
Winter Park High School graduate Lauren Bergquist is technically from Maitland, but she really grew up in a swimming pool! Her parents introduced her to the sport when she was only 2 years old as a way to strengthen her lungs after a bout with pneumonia. Bergquist was instantly hooked.