Phelps’ Cries Finally Answered

Hey Athletics World!

Major changes are underway. And no, we’re not talking about our newly launched logo like you’ll see above! Out on the track, and in the world of swimming too, there have been some big waves. You probably know about Michael Phelps being outspoken about the cracks he sees in USA Swimming and calling for reform after watching American swimmers struggle on the sport’s biggest stages. Now, at last, it appears that his concerns are being heard.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

After Michael Phelps’ Outcry, USA Swimming’s New CEO Takes Over

USA Swimming’s leadership has gone through massive changes, as once demanded by Michael Phelps. 

AROUND THE RINGS

TODAY’S POLL

Many swimming veterans, including Michael Phelps, have warned that the future of USA Swimming is drowning. With gold medal counts dropping from 16 in London and Rio to 11 in Tokyo and just 8 in Paris, the downward trend is unmistakable. So, now tell us, 

Matthew Boling recently took on a kind of responsibility on the track for his social media followers. The former world champion set out to teach a few lessons about block starts. He got into position and went through the motions just like a sprinter. But the outcome turned out to be something completely different. In the end, it became a very unconventional teaching moment.

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