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Testimony on Capitol Hill From Katie Hoff, Olympic Swimmer, and Blood Clot Advocate | Stop The Clot

Mar 24, 2023

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in Competition, Health

Katie Hoff, Olympic swimmer, and National Blood Clot Alliance Ambassador testifies in front of the United States House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor-HHS about the urgent need for federal funding to support blood clot education and awareness programs.

The National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) is a non-profit, voluntary health organization dedicated to advancing the prevention, early diagnosis, and successful treatment of life-threatening blood clots such as deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and clot-provoked stroke.
Diving Out on Top | News 4 Tucson KVOA-TV

Mar 24, 2023

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in Diving

UA diver Delaney Schnell explains why winning an NCAA title in her final collegiate meet means so much

Diving out on top
Central Oregon Masters Aquatics’ Record-Breaking Team Welcomes Swimmers of All Levels | KTVZ NewsChannel 21

Mar 24, 2023

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in Masters

Elite-level swimming in Oregon is not just for the kids.

Central Oregon Masters Aquatics (COMA) is home to national champions and state record-holders, and they do it all in their free time.

The club welcomes everyone, from the ultimate competitor to someone looking to try something new.
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Juveniles Arrested in MT. Healthy After Police Chase, Crash and Pond Swim | WLWT

Mar 23, 2023

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in Safety

Four juveniles are under arrest after driving a stolen car and leading police on a chase that ended up in a crash at Hamilton Avenue and Ronald Reagan Highway.
CHSAA Agrees to New Rules Improving Access for Athletes With Disabilities | 9NEWS

Mar 22, 2023

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in Adapted Swimming, Organization

After a swimmer filed a lawsuit when he was disqualified from the state championships, CHSAA is changing some rules to better protect athletes with disabilities.

CHSAA agrees to new rules improving access for athletes with disabilities
Scottish Swimmer Breaks Cook Strait World Record | Sky News Australia

Mar 22, 2023

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in Open Water

A Scottish man has broken the world record for the fastest swim across the Cook Strait by four minutes.

Andy Donaldson swam between New Zealand’s North and South Islands on March 7 in four hours and 33 minutes.

The 31-year-old waited more than three weeks for the right conditions and swam through part of the 23-kilometer route in darkness.
Mind-Blowing! Chris Mears & Jack Laugher’s Gold Medal Winning Performance! | Olympics

Mar 21, 2023

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in Diving

Prepare to be blown away by the incredible synchronized diving performance of Chris Mears and Jack Laugher at the 2016 Rio Olympics! These two Olympic champions take diving to a whole new level with their stunningly synchronized jumps, perfect form, and fearless attitude. Witness the historic moment when they won gold and became the first British divers to achieve this feat in synchronized diving. This video is a must-see for anyone who loves extreme sports and Olympic glory. Join us on this amazing journey and watch Chris and Jack’s unforgettable performance that will leave you speechless!

Mind-Blowing! 🇬🇧 Chris Mears & Jack Laugher's Gold Medal Winning Performance! 🥇
British Swimmers in Action at the Edinburgh International 2023 | Propulsion Swimming

Mar 21, 2023

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in Competition

Held at the Royal Commonwealth Pool in Edinburgh, Scotland, the Edinburgh International Swimming Meet 2023 was littered with big-name British swimmers as they start preparing for the upcoming British Championships at Ponds Forge in Sheffield.

Some of those names include Adam Peaty, Abbie Wood, Duncan Scott, Freya Anderson James Guy, Anna Hopkin, and Tom Dean; as well as other international swimmers from around the world.

In this video from Propulsion Swimming, we show you some of the action from some of the best swimmers on the planet at the prestigious meet.
Twin Toddlers Drown in Oklahoma City Family Swimming Pool | KFOR Oklahoma’s News 4

Mar 21, 2023

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in Safety

Two 18-month-old children died after drowning in a backyard swimming pool at a home in Oklahoma City, according to officials.

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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 :-)