WALNUT CREEK — A $77 million vision to revamp the aging but bustling pools and community center at Heather Farm Park has finally come into focus. And if all goes according to plan, there will still be enough room for tens of thousands of swimmers — of all ages and abilities — to enjoy the … Read more
More than 70% of Americans say a rewarding career or job is extremely important to live a fulfilling life — more important than family, friends or wealth. CBS News interviewed a broad array of workers who chose unique jobs, for a series we call: Unique jobs, extraordinary lives. A decade ago, Marielle Henault was living in Montreal and … Read more
A SWINGER who broke her neck diving into a swimming pool at a club night while drunk is suing the NHS for more than £10million in damages. She claims paramedics caused more damage pulling her out — leaving her paralysed. 1 A swinger who broke her neck while drunk is suing the NHS for more … Read more
ATLANTA — Former Kentucky swimmer Riley Gaines was among more than a dozen college athletes who filed a lawsuit against the NCAA on Thursday, accusing it of violating their Title IX rights by allowing Lia Thomas to compete at the national championships in 2022. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Atlanta, details the … Read more
WALNUT CREEK — Competitive and recreational swimmers typically don’t require as much equipment as other sports. But finding enough space and time for people to actually get in the water at a municipal pool is often a challenge. Case in point: Elected officials in Walnut Creek have spent 15 years contemplating the best way to … Read more
A team of Mandurah swimmers are gearing up for the Rottnest Channel Swim this weekend, with one of its members set to mark her 35th time crossing the distance. Channel veteran Barbara Pellick will return to the water on Saturday with her team Just For Fun to take her total number of crossings to 35, … Read more
Former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines says Title IX “literally means nothing” after a trans New Jersey swimmer who competed on the men’s team for three years smashed a collegiate record for the second time in three months. Gaines, a vocal critic of trans athletes in schools, blasted the latest victory of Meghan Cortez-Fields, a senior … Read more
Former champion swimmer and mum of four Libby Trickett has shared an important health message after undergoing a hospital procedure. The 2004 Olympic gold medallist is about to undergo a colonoscopy and had to navigate the preparation needed for that along with looking after her brood of kids. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Libby Trickett on … Read more
For 15 glorious minutes at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico del Nuoto on the opening night of the swimming competition, Lance Larson was celebrated as an Olympic champion. Moments earlier on the night of August 26, 1960, Larson, the El Monte High School and USC standout, overtook in the closing meters and then out-touched Australia’s John Devitt … Read more
Emma McKeon has shared a sweet tribute to her boyfriend, fellow swimmer and musician Cody Simpson, on his 27th birthday. Taking to Instagram on Thursday, McKeon posted a series of behind-the-scenes snaps of her life with Simpson, plus some sweet videos showing him goofing off for the camera. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Emma McKeon shares … Read more
