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Who Is the Fastest Swimmer at Loughborough University | Propulsion Swimming

Nov 24, 2024

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Who is the FASTEST SWIMMER at Loughborough University?!

Dive into the action-packed Loughborough Big 50s swimming competition with Propulsion Swimming!

In this instalment of ‘Propulsion Poolside, witness the thrilling showdown between Loughborough University’s finest swimmers and the elite athletes from Loughborough’s Aquatics GB Performance Centre. This unique event challenges competitors to conquer a series of 50m sprints in all four strokes, plus a gruelling underwater challenge, culminating in a 100m individual medley.

Who will emerge victorious in this ultimate test of speed, endurance, and versatility?
How To Summer-fy Your Fibreglass Swimming Pool

Nov 19, 2024

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in Sponsored Post, Swimming Pools

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Autism Nonprofit Promotes Swim Safety Amid Tragic Summer Drownings | WMAR-2 News

Nov 17, 2024

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in Learn To Swim, Organization, Safety

Autism nonprofit promotes swim safety amid tragic summer drownings

A local nonprofit group is working to prevent drownings among children with autism and developmental disabilities, amid a year with several tragic incidents in Maryland. Pathfinders for Autism, a Hunt Valley-based nonprofit, is hosting a swimming event at the Arena Club in Bel Air on Saturday night to get children with autism comfortable in and around water. “When my child was diagnosed, we were never told about the risks of drowning and wandering and elopement. We didn’t realize how prevalent it was,” Shelly McLaughin, the nonprofit’s program director, recalled to WMAR.

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Human Head That Washed up on Beach Belonged to Missing Swimmer | WPLG Local 10

Nov 16, 2024

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in Safety

Human head that washed up on beach belonged to missing swimmer

Miami Beach police confirmed Friday afternoon that the human head that washed ashore on Key Biscayne earlier in the week belonged to a 19-year-old swimmer who disappeared off South Beach over the weekend.

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Life-Saving Swim Skills Program in EBR Schools | WAFB

Nov 14, 2024

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in Learn To Swim, Organization, Safety

The East Baton Rouge Parish School System has announced the conclusion of the inaugural Bear Necessities Water Safety Program at Southdowns Pre-K Center.
Police Rescue Man Who Drove Into Swimming Pool | FOX 11 Los Angeles

Nov 14, 2024

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in Safety, Swimming Pools

Police rescue man who drove into swimming pool

Phoenix Police officers dove into action to save a man who drive into a swimming pool.
Free YMCA Swim Lessons for Kids in Simi Valley and Westlake Village | KCAL News

Nov 14, 2024

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in Learn To Swim, Organization, Safety

The Safety Around Water class offers basic safety water skills, intended for kids with little to no water experience.
A Doping Scandal, a Freak Accident and a Secret Illness: Shayna Jack’s Comeback | Australian Story

Nov 13, 2024

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in Competition, Doping

A doping scandal, a freak accident and a secret illness: Shayna Jack’s comeback | Australian Story

When swimmer Shayna Jack tested positive to a banned substance five years ago, her world imploded.

Branded a drug cheat, she was expelled from swimming and forced to defend herself at not one, but two hearings against world anti-doping authorities.

Shayna was ultimately cleared of intentional doping but after two years away from the pool, could she make a comeback?

At the 2024 Olympics, her vindication was complete.
South African Olympic Great Chad Le Clos Plans to Inspire Next Generation | CGTN Africa

Nov 13, 2024

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in Competition, Organization

South African Olympic great Chad le Clos plans to inspire next generation

Swimmer Chad le Clos, who won the 200-meter butterfly at London 2012, says he always wants to give back to the sport. He hopes to pass on knowledge to help young aspiring swimmers reach their potential through his newly founded foundation.

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Rókur í Jákupsstovu // Production engineer and certified swim coach. Full-time IT guy, spare-time aquatics aficionado. 2 sons, 2 daughters, 1 grandson & a wife. Bureau Member of European Aquatics, liaison to Water Safety, Media & Data Management. Likes to run :-)