Aquatics Kenya, formerly Kenya Swimming Federation is facing an imminent expulsion from World Aquatics after they failed to beat the deadline of July 8th to hold elections for a new board. World Aquatics will meet this week to rubber stamp Kenya’s exit after they fired a warning shot on June 20th.
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Léon Marchand: World-Class ASU Swimmer: Arizona State University (ASU)
Arizona State’s Léon Marchand may not look like one of the best swimmers in the world, but that’s what he is, and he’ll be gunning for multiple gold medals – and possible world records – at the World Aquatics Championships this month.
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Shark-Monitoring Drones Will Patrol Atlantic Ocean, Long Island Sound | CBS New York
More shark-monitoring drones will be launched to help patrol the waters off Long Island.
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Allergic Reaction Caused by Parasites Draws Renewed Attention to a Rash Called “Swimmer’s Itch” | KTVZ NewsChannel 21
There’s quite a bit of water activities in Central Oregon, and with that comes a warning about something called “swimmer’s itch.”
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2 Teen Swimmers Grateful to Be Alive After Getting Stranded in Water | Eyewitness News ABC7NY
The teenagers found themselves stuck in the waters of the Long Island Sound without life vests or floatation devices while their disabled boat drifted away. Stacey Sager has more.
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Friday Morning Swim Club Making a Splash Along Chicago’s Lakefront | CBS Chicago
Hundreds of strangers, turned new friends showed up for the Friday Morning Swim Club at Montrose Harbor.
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Anacostia River Swim Postponed | FOX 5 Washington DC
If you were hoping to hop in the Anacostia River tomorrow, you’re out of luck — the event has been postponed until September according to organizers.
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Metro Detroit Swimmers Make Waves to Fight Cancer | Click On Detroit | Local 4 | WDIV
Swimmers in Metro Detroit braved the chilly water in Belle Isle to help raise money for cancer research.
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Swim Surrounded by SF Landmarks at This Open Water Workout | Localish
Jump into the deep waters of the San Francisco Bay–and when you come up for air, take in the sights of the nation’s most iconic landmarks. The open water is calling and acclaimed swim coach Pedro Ordenes urges all to dive in.
“I love open water swimming,” expresses Ordenes, “It’s challenging, it’s beautiful, it’s an experience.”