Swimming
Beachgoers Warned To Stay Away From Storm Drains, Creeks, Rivers
Los Angeles County health officials warned beachgoers Wednesday to be careful when they swim, surf or play in the ocean around discharging storm drains, creeks and rivers until Saturday.
Phelps Says He May Be Back In 2016 — As Golfer
Michael Phelps says the only chance he’ll be competing at the 2016 Olympics would be as a golfer.
Olympic Swim Star Missy Franklin Picks CAL Over USC
Olympic swim star Missy Franklin has made a decision of forgoing a professional career and verbally committing to the Univserisy of Ironical, Berkeley.
Sewage Spill Forces More Beach Closures In Long Beach
The Long Beach Health Department has closed all beaches in the Alamitos Bay amid an early October heat wave.
15-Year-Old Katie Ledecky, Youngest Member Of U.S. Swim Team, Wins 800 Free
American 15-year-old Katie Ledecky won the 800-meter freestyle at the London Olympics on Friday.
Swimming Safety Tips With Donna Tetreault That Will Keep Summer Fun
Donna Tetrault of Super Mommy… Not stopped by the KCAL 9 studios on Tuesday to discuss some swimming safety tips.
Phelps Edges Out Lochte Again At 200 IM Final At Olympic Trials
Michael Phelps 2, Ryan Lochte 1. In their most stirring duel of the U.S. Olympic trials, Phelps and Lochte went stroke for stroke in the 200-meter individual medley Saturday night, the world’s two greatest swimmers never more than inches apart.
Avalon, Dana Point Beaches Among ‘Repeat Offenders’ In Sewage Study
For many Southland beachgoers, a day at the beach is often spent swimming in sewage, according to a new national report.
Behind The Pages Of Amanda Beard’s ‘In The Water They Can’t See You Cry’
In her candid and ultimately uplifting book, “In The Water They Can’t See You Cry: A Memoir,” Olympic swimming star Amanda Beard reveals the truth about coming of age in the spotlight, the demons she battled along the way, and the newfound happiness that has proved to be her greatest victory. She stopped by KCAL9 Thursday to talk about her memoir.
Sebastian Coe Back In LA Feeling Nostalgic
Sebastian Coe walked onto the track at the University of Southern California and memories of winning his second straight gold medal in the 1,500 at the Los Angeles Olympics came flooding back.
Family Getaway: Rancho Las Palmas
Sitting about halfway between Palm Springs and Palm Desert, Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa is a year-round destination with something for everyone. The resort recently joined the KSL resort family and along with it […]
Girl, 2, Drowns In Pool At Rowland Heights Home
Authorities said a 2-year-old girl has drowned in a swimming pool at a Rowland Heights home.
Environmental Group: Ocean Swimming ‘Not Healthy’ After Storm
If swimming in the rain — or after it — is your thing, you may want to hold off for the next few days, according to Heal The Bay.
Study: Inflatable Pools Pose Danger To Kids 5, Under
When it gets hot… everyone wants to jump in a pool. But those inflatable pools that are popular in the summer months can be very dangerous for younger kids.
OC Kids Set For ‘World’s Largest Swimming Lesson’
Hundreds of kids are set to join swimmers in Mexico, Korea and 18 other nations in what’s being billed as the world’s largest swimming lesson ever.
