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  • Man Stops Halfway in Attempt to Swim to Seberang Prai | NST Online

    Jul 15, 2021

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    in Safety

    A man, who failed to obtain approval for inter-district travel to meet a friend, resorted to jumping into the sea near Tanjung City Marina here to swim across to Seberang Prai.

  • Kelowna Man Reattempting to Swim Full Length of Okanagan Lake | Castanet News

    Jul 15, 2021

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    in Open Water

    Nick Pelletier raised over $13,000 for BrainTrust Canada last year as he attempted to swim the full length of Okanagan Lake. Sadly, he ran into some difficulties due to rashes breaking out on his body and had to stop. He’s feeling better prepared because of his training and has made adjustments to his wetsuit. Now, he’s ready to try again. Jayden Wasney has the story

  • Zane Grothe: Professional Athlete and Rocket Scientist | Swimming World

    Jul 14, 2021

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    in Competition

    Zane Grothe, not only an elite-level swimmer, but an aspiring rocket scientist! Hear more about his balance of the sport he loves and preparing for a life after sport.

  • The Swimming Stadium at the Olympic Stadium Berlin

    Jul 14, 2021

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    in History, Swimming Pools

    During the 1936 Olympic Games, the swimming stadium held about 17 000 visitors. Its capacity was larger than today, as additional temporary stands were built in the north and south. Thus, the audience framed the swimming arena on four sides and in some cases almost up to the edge of the pool. Eyewitnesses have enthusiastically spoken of the tense and thrilling atmosphere.

  • Former Olympian Teaching Sacramento Swim Team | ABC10

    Jul 14, 2021

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    in Organization

    The Parkway Swimming Club in Sacramento offers classes to children wishing to learn how to swim.

  • Get to know Team Canada: Swimmer Summer Mclntosh | National Post

    Jul 14, 2021

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    in Competition

    Summer Mcintosh will dive into the Olympics as Team Canada’s youngest member.

  • “Don’t Swim!” – Dare County Beach and Ocean Safety Tips

    Jul 14, 2021

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    in Beach Life, Safety

    Two Outer Banks local girls explain why it’s so important to stay out of the water and safely on the shoreline on days when the ocean water is too rough to swim, rip currents are present or the red flags are flying.

  • Linford Christie Q&A with Outdoor Swimmer Magazine

    Jul 14, 2021

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    in Open Water

    We recently spent a day at the lake with Linford Christie; watch our q&a hosted by Ella Foote from Outdoor Swimmer Magazine for an inciteful and encouraging perspective on learning to swim as an adult.

  • Lazor’s Journey to Tokyo | CBS4 Indy

    Jul 14, 2021

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    in Competition

    An Olympic swimmer training in Bloomington discusses the loss she experienced before trials.

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