Pool Photos

Wielgus discussed the positive spotlight on swimming today including “prime time” coverage of the Olympic Games and growth in swim clubs. He showed us how the USA Swimming “Make a Splash” campaign is critical to bringing aquatics to children and minorities. He reported that 54% of African American children do not know how to swim, and that each day, 9 people drown in the United States. Dr. Lachocki reinforced the need to act locally, saying, “People love their families; kids love swimming; be remarkable. Sponsor your local swim team. A few hundred bucks goes a long way.”