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Olympic silver medalist Torri Huske earns three golds at TYR Pro Swim Series
Torri Huske earned gold in the 50m freestyle, 100m butterfly and 200m individual medley at the 2024 TYR Pro Swim Series in Westmont, Ill.
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Swimming trailblazer Anthony Nesty set for more Olympic history as US head coach
Nesty this summer will become the first Black U.S. swimming head coach at an Olympics.
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Summer McIntosh ends Katie Ledecky's 13-year unbeaten streak in 800-meter freestyle
Katie Ledecky’s 13-year unbeaten streak in the 800-meter freestyle is over after Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh finished almost 6 seconds ahead of her in a sectional meet on Thursday.
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North Texas school celebrates ‘National Girls and Women in Sports Day'
For some high school athletes, sports is a hobby. For Woodrow Wilson senior, Campbell Chase, it’s in her DNA. NBC 5’s Noelle Walker has the story.
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Woodrow Wilson HS swimmer hopes to bring home 4th state title
Woodrow Wilson High School senior Campbell Chase is chasing her dreams of a four-peat at State and going to the 2028Olympics.
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Anthony Nesty to become the first Black US head swimming coach at the Olympics
Nesty, the University of Florida coach, works with top American swimmers such as Katie Ledecky, Caeleb Dressel and Bobby Finke and will coach the Paris 2024 squad.
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Former star swimmer died of accidental fentanyl poisoning, police say
A former star swimmer who was found dead in the U.S. Virgin Islands in February died of accidental fentanyl poisoning, police said.
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Katie Ledecky passes Michael Phelps for most individual golds at world championships
American swimmer Katie Ledecky’s legacy keeps growing. She won the 800-meter freestyle Saturday at the swimming world championships, establishing two more records with the triumph. The victory by the 26-year-old Ledecky made her the first swimmer ever to win the same event six times at worlds and also marked her 16th individual world title, breaking a tie with Michael Phelps...
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7 tips for safe swimming this summer
Here are some important swimming and pool safety tips to make the most of your summer while staying safe.
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Transgender swimmers to be included in trial of ‘open category' at competitions
The governing body of swimming says it will set up an “open category” that will include transgender competitors.
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Katie Ledecky wins gold in 1500m at swimming worlds to tie mark set by Michael Phelps
Katie Ledecky’s 1500m victory was her 15th individual title at the world championships and equaled the mark set by Michael Phelps.
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Soul Cap approved for swimming's biggest meets but real impact expected at the grassroots level
The Soul Cap initially was banned from competition, leading to harsh criticism during the Tokyo Olympics from supporters of more inclusive policies.
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Here's how to recognize someone is drowning and how to help them
Nearly 4,000 people die from drowning every year in the U.S., which averages to 11 drowning deaths per day, according to the Centers for Disease and Control Prevention.
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Swim soundly this summer with these 4 pool safety tips
Learn how to keep yourself and those around you safe while splashing.
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Follow these 5 tips for safe swimming in rivers or lakes
With people flocking to the lakes and pools to beat the heat this summer, the swimming season is in full force.
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Swim safety tips for kids
Help kids swim safe this summer with these safety tips.
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Do you know what to do if a child is drowning?
It only takes a second for a child to drown and that’s why local health experts want you to see just how fast it happens. NBC 5 photojournalist Kevin Stewart was there as Jesus Alderete with Children’s Health the dos and don’ts of water safety.
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Registration Open in Fort Worth for Drowning Prevention Programs
Registration is going on now for a program in Fort Worth whose mission is to prevent drownings.
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Registration Open for North Texas Swim Safe Programs
Fort Worth nonprofit offers low-cost drowning prevention programs.
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YMCA of Metro Dallas Hosting Free Swim Assessments Saturday
Nearly a dozen locations across North Texas will be holding a free swim assessment open house for families to make sure they’re ready for the summer.