According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional death for children ages 17 and below.
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Baltimore City police use swimming to bridge gap with youth
Baltimore has had a difficult time in recent years with a growing violent crime problem and turmoil in the police department. But there are still ongoing efforts to build relationships within the community in the hopes of turning things around. One such program takes aim at some of the city’s youngest residents. That program has kids and officers taking to the water together.
Maryland’s Women’s History: Katie Ledecky
March is Women’s History Month and many influential women have called Maryland home. Throughout the month, we’ll honor Maryland’s women’s history. Katie Ledecky has earned the title “First Lady of Freestyle” by demolishing and setting world records in Olympic swimming.
Olympic Legend Michael Phelps Faces Fallout From DWI Arrest
Olympic record holder and local hero Michael Phelps may pay a price in more ways than one following his most recent arrest on drunk driving charges.
Former Maryland Athletes in Cut Sports Find New Homes
When Alison Iovino learned that the University of Maryland was on the verge of eliminating her acrobatics and tumbling team last fall, she considered her seemingly limited options.
University of Maryland Athletics Likely to Cut Several Sports
The swimming and water polo teams face cuts.