Van Mathias is making waves both in the pool and behind the scenes, emerging as a rising breaststroke star while masterfully leading as Indiana’s Director of Operations-demonstrating his remarkable talent for balance and leadership
Author: Charlotte Adams
SwimSwam’s 2025 Year in Review issue, featuring the unstoppable Summer McIntosh on the cover, has arrived! Plunge into the season’s most electrifying swimming highlights by picking up your copy at select retailers or subscribing online with ease. Catch every splash and surge-don’t miss a moment of the excitement!
A jury has ruled in favor of the International Swimming League (ISL) in its showdown with World Aquatics, granting a symbolic $1 in damages-a powerful statement highlighting a hard-fought win amid ongoing tensions between the two organizations
Top swimmers Hirai, Matsushita, and Murasa are gearing up to make a splash at the 2026 Kosuke Kitajima Cup, promising an electrifying showdown as they race for national glory and international fame!
Tulane University’s swimming and diving team earned recognition as a CSCAA Fall Scholar All-America Team, honoring their outstanding academic achievements alongside athletic excellence this season.
Olympic gold medalist John Hargis has been named Director of Swimming at IMG Academy. Bringing his elite experience and championship pedigree, Hargis is ready to take the program to new heights, inspiring and shaping the next generation of swimming champions at this world-class training facility
Texas A&M Women’s Swimming & Diving soared to victory in the double dual meet, showcasing dominant performances as they triumphed over both the Vanderbilt Commodores and Kentucky Wildcats. With standout athletes and incredible team depth, they made waves across a wide range of events!
New techniques in swimming instruction are transforming how balance and body position are mastered. Coaches now emphasize core engagement and cutting-edge underwater drills, enabling swimmers to enhance efficiency and effortlessly glide through the water with minimal drag
Eastern Illinois University Swim kicks off the new year with an electrifying showdown against Evansville. The Panthers are ready to make waves and seize early momentum as they face off against a tough challenger
A Florida lawsuit is shaking up the world of competitive sports by challenging U.S. Masters Swimming’s policies on transgender athletes. This high-stakes case fuels a fiery debate over inclusion and fairness, highlighting the escalating tensions around athletic regulations nationwide









