Swimming
Missy Franklin Takes Deep Dive Into Passion, Pressure, Staying True to Yourself
Swimming
Missy Franklin Takes Deep Dive Into Passion, Pressure, Staying True to Yourself

Olympic champion swimmer Missy Franklin talks passion, pressure and much more.

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Missy Franklin on Guiding the Next Generation in the Pool
Missy Franklin on Guiding the Next Generation in the Pool

Missy Franklin offers advice to young swimmers about separating results from identity, handling pressure, and bringing leadership and positivity to a team. She also discusses recruiting, communicating with coaches, and Team USA's mentorship culture.

Youth Inc. Recommends: Five Resources to Help You Decide Whether to Purchase a Tech Suit
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The Science, Strategy, and Shopping Tips Behind Tech Suits

Hayes Johnson and Charlie Houchin Dive Into the Origins of Swimmingly
Hayes Johnson and Charlie Houchin Dive Into the Origins of Swimmingly

Youth Inc. Swimming Ambassadors Hayes Johnson and Charlie Houchin discuss their swimming platform 'Swimmingly', a digital app and play-based program that modernizes swim meet operations and improves the spectator experience. They compare weekly, play-focused programming and club options to high-level year-round competitive swimming while emphasizing practice habits and skill development.

Youth Inc. Recommends: Five Resources to Help You Understand, Manage, and Prevent Swimmer’s Ear
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What Swimmer's Ear Is, How to Prevent It, and What to Do If It Strikes

Meet Charlie Houchin

Charlie Houchin reached the pinnacle of his sport as a U.S. Olympic gold medalist and National Team swimmer. After retiring from competition, he turned his focus to reimagining the sport he loves as CEO and co-founder of Swimmingly, helping clubs and families everywhere simplify the swim meet experience. Charlie combines the perspective of an elite athlete with the drive of an entrepreneur to inspire young swimmers to chase their goals with purpose.

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Meet Hayes Johnson

Hayes Johnson is a former NCAA champion swimmer for the University of Texas and a U.S. National Team member who knows the grind of competing at the highest level. Today, he’s the President and co-founder of Swimmingly, a platform that’s transforming the way swim meets are run by making them easier, faster, and more accessible for families and teams. Hayes is passionate about bringing the same values of discipline and joy he found in the pool to the next generation of swimmers.

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