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NEW COMMIT: Futures qualifier Caroline Foltz of Millersville, Pa. has announced her verbal commitment to Virginia Tech beginning in the fall of 2022. She will arrive in Blacksburg as a member of the Hokies’ Class of 2026 along with Isabel Marstellar and Carmen Weiler. She told Swimming World: "I am ...

NEW COMMIT: Junior National qualifier Abigail "Abby" Storm of Littleton, Colo. has given San Diego State University their first verbal commitment for the fall of 2022. She told Swimming World: "It is with so much excitement and gratitude that I announce my verbal commitment to swim & study at San Di...

NEW COMMIT: Virginia Tech has received a big commitment for the 2021-22 season and beyond from Charlotte Rigg of Birmingham, England. She will join Janika Perezous, Anna Summers, Maddy Grafmiller, Julia Nappi, Ava Yandle, Alexandra Eastmond and Athena Vanyo in Blacksburg as a member of the Hokies’ c...

NEW COMMIT: The University of Cincinnati has received their first verbal commitment for the fall of 2022 from Junior National qualifier Ben Grottle of Milton, Ga. Regarding his commitment, he said: "I am so excited to announce my verbal commitment to study and swim at the University of Cincinnati! I...

NEW COMMIT: The University of Georgia has received their second early verbal commitment from local product Elizabeth Isakson of Marietta, Ga. She will join fellow in-state standout Emma Norton as a member of the Bulldogs' Class of 2026. Regarding her commitment, she said: "I am so excited and blesse...

NEW COMMIT: The University of Texas has received their second early verbal commitment for the 2022-23 season and beyond from U.S. Open qualifier Chase Davison of Denver, Colo. She will join Dallas, Texas native Lindsey Hosch as a member of the Longhorns' Class of 2026. She told Swimming World: "It i...

NEW COMMIT: The University of Notre Dame has received their third early verbal commitment for the 2022-23 season from U.S. Open qualifier Mary Codevilla of Longmont, Colo. She will join Renee Gillilan and Grace Brenneman as a member of the Fighting Irish’s Class of 2026. She told Swimming World: "I’...

NEW COMMIT: Northern Michigan University has added yet another valuable addition to their lineup for the fall of 2021 after receiving a commitment from Mia Strazny of Manitowoc, Wisc. She will suit up for the Wildcats as a member of the class of 2025 along with Jasper Bunker, Becca Harned, Becca Bur...

NEW COMMIT: Futures qualifier Paige Sondgeroth of Las Vegas, Nevada, has selected to continue her academic and swimming career at the University of the Pacific beginning in the fall of 2021. She will join Shaker Heights, Ohio native Ellie MacPhail as a member of the Tigers' Class of 2025. She told S...

NEW COMMIT: Elkhart, Ind. native Grace Brenneman has decided to remain in-state for her college career after verbally committing to the University of Notre Dame for the fall of 2022. She will join Renee Gillilan of Fossil Ridge, Colo. as a member of the Fighting Irish's Class of 2026. She told Swimm...

NEW COMMIT: UCLA has been forming an incredible recruiting class for the fall of 2022, and their latest verbal commitment is a big one: Canadian National Junior teamer Katrina Bellio of Mississauga, Ontario. She will join Rosie Murphy, Ava Lachey, Fay Lustria and Courtney Seljeseth as a member of th...

NEW COMMIT: The University of Connecticut has received their first early verbal commitment for the fall of 2022 from Junior National qualifier Hannah Jyawook of Franklin, Tenn. She will become the third NCAA swimmer in her family as her brothers Spencer and Samuel swim for St. Leo University and UMB...

NEW COMMIT: Junior National qualifier Jake Litchfield of Fulshear, Texas, has decided to remain in the Lone Star State for his college career after committing to Texas Christian University beginning in the fall of 2021. He told Swimming World: "I am excited to announce my commitment to swim and stud...

NEW COMMIT: New Mexico State University has landed a new commitment for the fall of 2021 from Bellingham, Wash. native Bella Cratsenberg. She will join Emilee Ferrari of Annandale, Va. as a member of the Aggies' Class of 2025. She told Swimming World: "I chose NMSU because of the outstanding coaches...

NEW COMMIT: The University of Tennessee has received their third early verbal commitment for the fall of 2022 from Junior National qualifier Camille DeBoer of Gainesville, Fla. She will become the second NCAA DI swimmer in her family as her older sister, Adrianna DeBoer, is currently a senior breast...

In a moment when water polo can use any positive news regarding COVID-19, a detailed report out of Idaho suggests that—when played in proper conditions—polo may be one of the safest indoor contact sports available to age group athletes. Mark Collingham, a former polo player for Washington State Univ...

Coronavirus and Environmental Considerations for Aquatic Sports The following paper is by Mark Collingham, M.S. Chemical Engineering, and head coach of Kroc/CDA Water Polo Club in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. He may be reached at mark.collingham@gmail.com The coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2 or covid-19) pandemic ...

New Jersey Significantly Delays Start of Winter Sports Season The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) announced on Thursday that the start of its winter sports season will be significantly delayed, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As far as swimming is concerned, schools can ...

NEW COMMIT: Northern Michigan University has added a new addition to their impressive recruiting class for the fall of 2021 from versatile Jasper Bunker of Pleasant Prairie, Wis. She will suit up for the Wildcats as a member of the class of 2025 along with Becca Harned, Becca Burrows, Cecilia Hagewo...

NEW COMMIT: Western Colorado University has received a new commitment for the 2021-22 season and beyond from Adelaide "Addy" Rau of Las Vegas, Nevada. She told Swimming World: "I’m so excited to finally announce my verbal commitment to Western Colorado University! Thank you to all of my coaches, fam...