High school athletes from the Cincinnati area had a strong showing in recent games. Lebanon's boys basketball team won back-to-back games. Deer Park also had a big win, beating Finneytown by 13 points. Bellevue's team had a successful week, winning two away games. The girls basketball teams also di
Westside High School just unveiled its shiny new athletic complex. It's not just any sports facility; it's a high-tech hub designed to give students a cutting-edge experience. The centerpiece? A state-of-the-art pool that's sure to make a splash. But it's not just about the pool. The complex is pack
Dixon's boys cross country team made a strong start in their quest for a state title. They won the Sterling regional with a solid team effort, scoring 41 points. This put them 20 points ahead of Aurora Central Catholic, who came in second. Sterling, unfortunately, finished eighth with 218 points. I
For the first time in over a century, Parisians are diving into the Seine River. This historic moment comes after a massive cleanup effort that cost over 1. 4 billion euros. The river now meets European water quality standards, making it safe for swimmers. On a recent Saturday morning, dozens of pe
Swimmers' race strategies play a big role in how well they perform. A recent study looked at how swimmers position themselves and pace their races in different freestyle events. These events range from short 100-meter races to long 1, 500-meter races. The study found that race distance, the round o
The recent Mother's Day outing of a prominent health official and his family has sparked quite a stir. The outing involved a swim in a creek known for its pollution. The creek is located in Washington, D. C. , and is infamous for its high levels of bacteria and other harmful pathogens. The Nation
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the Secretary of Health and Human Services, recently made headlines for a surprising reason. He took a swim in Rock Creek, a waterway in Washington known for its high levels of sewage and bacteria. This creek has been off-limits for swimming for over half a century due to sev
Swimming is a popular sport that demands a lot from the body, especially the shoulders. Young swimmers who focus on one stroke may see changes in their shoulders. This is because different strokes require different movements. For instance, the freestyle stroke involves a lot of rotation, while the b
There are two types of water beetles that have developed unique ways to swim. These beetles are part of the Hydrophilidae family. One type, called Amphiops, swims upside down using its middle legs. The other type, which includes Berosus, swims right-side up using its middle and back legs. This is qu
Chrissi Rawak, the former Director of Athletics at the University of Delaware, has been chosen to lead USA Swimming as its new President and CEO. This announcement comes after Tim Hinchey stepped down last August. Rawak's journey in swimming began in her hometown of Newton, Pa. , where she competed
