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Posted by Ricky on May 16, 2012

Charlotte Ultraswim wrap-up

Very fun, that is how I would sum up the Ultraswim this past weekend in Charlotte. I always enjoy going home to this meet, it is a meet I have been going to for the last 11 years and it is always one of the best meets in the country. The stands are packed every night, the fans are always very loud, and the swimmers are always putting up some of the fastest times in the world. Going into this meet I...

Posted by Ricky on May 14, 2012

Another gold on final day in Charlotte

On the final day of the Charlotte Ultraswim I claimed the final the Men’s 100 Freestyle with a time of 49.07. Continuing some of the fastest swims I have had in season and in a textile suit, this 100 Free is the fastest time I have been this year and only a tenth off my textile best. It has been very successful meet here in Charlotte and I am very excited with where I am at. After watching some of...

Posted by Ricky on May 12, 2012

Gold in the 200 Free on day 1 at Charlotte Ultraswim

Since I have the morning off today I figured I would keep you updated on the meet like I said. First race of the meet is done and I am very pleased with taking home a win in the 200 Free with a time of 1:47.32. It was a great race from start to finish racing Michael Phelps. That time is the fastest I have ever been in season and would say it is right off my PB without a rubber suit. I nailed almost...

Posted by Ricky on May 8, 2012

2012 Charlotte Ultraswim

The 2012 Charlotte Ultraswim is upon us. This is always a great meet, not only because I get to go home to Charlotte, NC, but because SwimMAC does an incredible job hosting this meet. The stands are packed every night, the fans are loud for every race, and the fastest people in the world are always swimming in it. For me, this is most likely the last meet before the Olympic trials so I am taking it very...

Posted by Ricky on Apr 22, 2012

TYR Fran Crippen Memorial Swim Meet

This past weekend was the TYR Fran Crippen Memorial SMOC. It is a special meet to all swimmers there because it pays tribute to the late Fran Crippen. This was my first time swimming at the meet and first time since the Austin Grand Prix in January that I have had a chance to race. After a sluggish start in the 100 Free, where I took 2nd behind Nathan Adrian, I was able to come home with a 1st place finish...

Posted by Ricky on Apr 10, 2012

My Top 5 Pre-Meet songs

Throughout my career I have gotten the question, “What kind of music do you listen to before your races?” To tell you the truth, I don’t listen to any music before my races. I like going into the ready room, relaxing, thinking to myself, and talking to people if they aren’t listening to music. I like being able to walk out to the music being played on speakers and hear the crowd...

Posted by Ricky on Apr 3, 2012

Sitting and waiting my turn

The championship season is upon us! Not only did the NCAA championships just happen, but also a number of country’s trials are in progress. With only 83 more days until our Olympic Trials, I can only watch and wait. If you didn’t already know, the U.S. is the last country to have it’s swim trials. Right now Australia and France have just finished their trials and a number of other...

Posted by Ricky on Sep 15, 2010

Austin Grand Prix Roundup

This past weekend I got to go back to Austin, TX for the Austin Grand Prix. It was great to be back there, walking into the Lee and Joe Jamail Swim Center brought back so many great memories. Just looking up onto the record board gave me chills. Remembering one of my all-time favorite races, the 800 Free relay at the 2008 Big 12 Championships. My relay of David Walters, Matt McGinnis, and Michael Klueh set...

Charlotte Ultraswim wrap-up

Posted by Ricky on 5-16-12

My Top 5 Pre-Meet songs

Posted by Ricky on 4-10-12

Sitting and waiting my turn

Posted by Ricky on 4-3-12

Austin Grand Prix Roundup

Posted by Ricky on 9-15-10

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