Swimmers

Vanderkaay Brothers Join Ownership Group Opening Big Blue Swim School Franchises in Metro Detroit

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

DETROIT, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Olympic gold medalist swimmer, Peter Vanderkaay, and his brother, NCAA champion swimmer, Alex Vanderkaay, are partnering with an ownership group set to open four Big Blue Swim School franchise locations across metro Detroit.

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  • DETROIT, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Olympic gold medalist swimmer, Peter Vanderkaay, and his brother, NCAA champion swimmer, Alex Vanderkaay, are partnering with an ownership group set to open four Big Blue Swim School franchise locations across metro Detroit.
  • We are excited about the opportunity to develop the next generation of young swimmers in our hometown of Detroit through our partnership with Big Blue Swim School."
  • This Michigan-based team of swimming stars joins a growing roster of national swimming athletes involved with Big Blue Swim School.
  • "As one of the nation's fastest growing swim school franchises, Big Blue offers a great experience for families.

Michael Phelps Joins SHRM President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., in Conversation at SHRM21

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Monday, July 19, 2021

SHRM (the Society for Human Resource Management) announced today that World Champion swimmer Michael Phelps will join the SHRM Annual Conference & Expo (SHRM21) as a keynote speaker.

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  • SHRM (the Society for Human Resource Management) announced today that World Champion swimmer Michael Phelps will join the SHRM Annual Conference & Expo (SHRM21) as a keynote speaker.
  • The conference will take place September 9-12 in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
  • Live on the SHRM21 Main Stage on Sept. 10, Phelps will accompany SHRM President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, in a conversation about leadership, discipline, mental health challenges, and what it takes to maintain a champions mindset.
  • Phelps will join the lineup of over 140 speakers at SHRM21.

Arizona State University Launches Water Safety Education Program in Partnership with the Michael Phelps Foundation and Phoenix Children's

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

TEMPE, Ariz., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A water safety education program to reduce child drowning injury and death is being launched this month by Arizona State University , the Michael Phelps Foundation , Phoenix Children's and Phoenix Children's Care Network .

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A water safety education program to reduce child drowning injury and death is being launched this month by Arizona State University , the Michael Phelps Foundation , Phoenix Children's and Phoenix Children's Care Network .
  • "My sisters and I were first introduced to the pool for watersafety, a fact that is often overshadowed by myaccomplishmentsin competitive swimming," said Michael Phelps, founder of the Michael Phelps Foundation.
  • Arizona State University has developed a new model for the American Research University, creating an institution that is committed to access, excellence and impact.
  • The Michael Phelps Foundation is focused on promoting water safety, healthy living and the pursuit of dreams, especially for children.

Olympic Medalist Ryan Lochte Launches Loch'd in Training Powered by Suprema Fitness LLC, Founded by Health & Fitness Guru Jennifer Cohen

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Thursday, February 18, 2021

Suprema is led by CEO, Jennifer Cohen, best-selling author, international speaker, and health and fitness guru.

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  • Suprema is led by CEO, Jennifer Cohen, best-selling author, international speaker, and health and fitness guru.
  • The partnership between Ryan Lochte and Suprema is among the first of its kind to be announced by the agency.
  • Lochte's platform Loch'd In Training will provide users with live and on-demand workouts for only $12.99 per month or a $108 yearly subscription.
  • Suprema LLC allows leading talent and athletes to monetize a completely new revenue stream through an entire health and fitness digital company.

Phelps Brand Ninja Goggle Now Available Worldwide

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Tuesday, October 27, 2020

Phelps Brand, a global swim brand offering best-in-class, innovative swim products, today announced its all-new Ninja competition goggle is now available worldwide.

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  • Phelps Brand, a global swim brand offering best-in-class, innovative swim products, today announced its all-new Ninja competition goggle is now available worldwide.
  • The latest evolution of the Phelps Brands top-of-the-line competitive racing goggle, the Ninja offers swimmers the ultimate high-performance racing goggle on the market with patented frame technology and a hydrodynamic low-profile fit.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201027005171/en/
    Phelps Brand's all-new Ninja competition goggle is now available worldwide.
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    The Ninja is a goggle I wish I had when I was competing because of its low-profile design and superior visibility, said Michael Phelps.

Phelps Brand Ninja Goggles Packaging Design Sets New Trend

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Monday, October 19, 2020

This outdated approach has been smashed by the new Ninja Goggles packaging design.

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  • This outdated approach has been smashed by the new Ninja Goggles packaging design.
  • Aqua Lung America, working with the Michael Phelps brand, have dedicated themselves to reducing the use of plastics in packaging.
  • The graphic design and printing effects are impressive and match the leadership spirit of the Phelps brand.
  • The Phelps Brand Ninja goggles are available around the world, wherever quality sporting goods are sold.

Phelps Brand Welcomes World Champion Swimmer Penny Oleksiak as Global Brand Ambassador

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Thursday, October 8, 2020

Phelps Brand today announced Canadas youngest World Champion swimmer Penny Oleksiak is joining the team as an official global ambassador.

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  • Phelps Brand today announced Canadas youngest World Champion swimmer Penny Oleksiak is joining the team as an official global ambassador.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201008005297/en/
    Michael Phelps welcomes World Champion swimmer Penny Oleksiak to the Phelps Brand.
  • Oleksiak, a World Champion swimmer and Olympic-record holder, has been tapped as the face of the Matrix campaign, the Phelps Brands first new product launch in 2020.
  • Im thrilled she is joining the Phelps Team as the first female global ambassador, said Phelps.

Olympic Gold Medalist & Four-Time World Champion Dwight Phillips Joins SPIRE as International Track & Field Ambassador

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Monday, September 21, 2020

The most recent addition to SPIRE's corps of Ambassadors is long jumper Dwight Phillips, an Olympic gold medalist and four-time world champion.

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  • The most recent addition to SPIRE's corps of Ambassadors is long jumper Dwight Phillips, an Olympic gold medalist and four-time world champion.
  • A multi-event track and field athlete before deciding to focus on the long jump, Phillips was the best American performer in that event in the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
  • After winning both the IAAF indoor and outdoor World Championships in 2003, he entered the 2004 Olympics in Athens ranked number one in the world.
  • Phillips joins 12-time Olympic medalist and swimming world record holder Ryan Lochte, track and field Olympian and three-time gold medalist Tianna Bartoletta, swimmer, three-time Olympian, and Olympic team captain Elizabeth Beisel, and American freestyle and butterfly sprint swimmer Caeleb Dressel in SPIRE's corps of Ambassadors.

Peacock Features "Road to Tokyo" Channel, Original Documentaries And Exclusive Specials To Celebrate One Year Until The Tokyo Games

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Peacock will also feature a collection of on demand content that includes 10 documentaries produced by NBC Olympics, highlighted by Peacock Originals In Deep with Ryan Lochte and Kamome (detail below).

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  • Peacock will also feature a collection of on demand content that includes 10 documentaries produced by NBC Olympics, highlighted by Peacock Originals In Deep with Ryan Lochte and Kamome (detail below).
  • Additionally, three exclusive, new specials to prepare fans for what could be the most meaningful Olympics ever will be featured.
  • Dreams Live On: Countdown to Tokyo examines the journey of star athletes, such as Simone Biles and Allyson Felix, preparing for next year's Tokyo Olympics.
  • Lighting the Olympic Flame: Iconic Ceremony Moments looks back at past Opening Ceremonies with interviews with participants like Michael Phelps and composer John Williams.

Michael Phelps Foundation Expands Children's Mental Health Program

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Wednesday, May 13, 2020

"Good mental health is just as important as good physical health and the IM program provides social, emotional, wellness and goal setting lessons that they can utilize as they re-enter the comforts of their Clubhouses.

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  • "Good mental health is just as important as good physical health and the IM program provides social, emotional, wellness and goal setting lessons that they can utilize as they re-enter the comforts of their Clubhouses.
  • "We are pleased to support the Michael Phelps Foundation in bringing IM Healthy to children across the country.
  • "The drowning prevention community is on high alert for the upcoming summer months because children have not been participating in swim lessons," said Cathy Bennett, Program Director at the Michael Phelps Foundation.
  • The Michael Phelps Foundation (MPF) is focused on promoting water safety, healthy living, and the pursuit of dreams, especially for children.