U.S. Masters Swimming

1,000 relays by one club?! Yes, you read that right! ...

Since their formation in 2016, the Relaykers training group of 55+ age swimmers from across multiple states, predominantly Minnesota, has come together to not only compete but to foster a strong sense of relay camaraderie.

Back on November 16, 2025, at the Minnetonka Sprint Meet the Relaykers made history by jumping from 997 to a whopping 1,005 relays in just one event—the 200 Mixed Medley, where 32 Relaykers filled all 8 lanes!

Founder Marc Anderson said, ”Thanks to the dedication and passion of all our incredible members, the Relaykers have accomplished 241 Minnesota State Records, 450 USMS Top Ten placements, and have won the MN State Team Championship for 6 consecutive years!”

Here's to the joy of relay participation, the thrill of racing, and the friendships built along the way. 🎉

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Don’t fall for one of these 3️⃣ butterfly myths.

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Meet Cecilia McCloskey, 75, has claimed 22 records in the past year, including 15 U.S. Masters Swimming records and 7 World Records!

But her journey hasn’t been easy. Once an Olympic trials contender, Cecilia took a 20-year break from swimming. It wasn’t until her early 60s that she rediscovered her passion, thanks to Coach Marty Hendrick and Swim Fort Lauderdale. 🌟

Facing immense health challenges during COVID, including misdiagnoses and major surgeries, Cecilia fought through unimaginable pain and setbacks. Many thought she was simply spending time with her grandchildren while suffering in silence. Only her coach truly understood her struggle.

Against all odds, she made her triumphant return in January 2025 at the Rowdy Gains meet, where she was stunned to break 3 USMS records in the backstroke events! 🥇🔥 Competing at both Spring and Summer Nationals, she didn’t just participate; she dominated, setting 3 more USMS records and crushing 2 Aqua Masters World records! And, through out the year she claimed other record titles at regional swim meets.

Cecilia embodies resilience and unwavering determination. As she puts it, "I am delighted that I made it back because of having faith in your body and to just keep moving." Let's celebrate her incredible journey and tenacity! 🌟🎉

#Inspiration #mastersswimmer

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Congratulations to Rich Burns on being named to the International Swimming Hall of Fame's 2026 class!

Burns, 82, holds 19 individual AQUA Masters world records and 31 individual USMS records. He'll be inducted on May 16 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, alongside five-time Olympic gold medalist Nathan Adrian and nine others. Burns is also the first Masters swimmer to be inducted into ISHOF since Karlyn Pipes in 2015.


Burns was inducted into the Masters International Swimming Hall of Fame in 2010. He's also served USMS as a volunteer since the 1980s, earning a USMS Dorothy Donnelly Service Award in 1998 and a USMS June Krauser Communications Award in 2015.

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What a great way to ring in the new year!

Adirondack Masters Coach Kathleen Meany had her club do the classic 100 x 100s on 1:45 to ring in 2026 but with a twist. They played trivia throughout the nearly three-hour workout.

"One of the things that truly makes trivia such a valuable part of our swimming practice is how it fosters camaraderie among lanemates," she says. "Whether we’re battling it out or just sharing a laugh, the trivia creates a sense of connection and fun that enhances the overall team spirit. We typically ask trivia questions every sixth 100, which keeps everyone engaged and attentive throughout the workout."

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🚨 NEW MASTERS WORLD RECORD‼️ Richard Baughman, age 72, from New England Masters has officially set a new Aqua Masters World Record in the 1500 LCM Freestyle with a blazing time of 20:17.22.

After a 48-year hiatus from swimming, Richard decided to take the plunge again three years ago. Soon after, he felt the urge to compete once more, inspired by a little encouragement from his teammate Tracy Grilli. He described the experience as "an eye opener," adding, "Truly enjoyed the camaraderie of my teammates on deck and challenging myself in the pool."

Last year, his Harvard college teammate Tom Wolf convinced him to try racing in a techsuit. Although it was a learning curve to get used to wearing one, Richard significantly improved his times across all his events. This year, he is eager to chase more records in the pool and reconnect with old teammates on deck.

Let’s give a big round of applause to Richard for setting a new distance free standard in our sport!

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USMS Ambassador Alumni, David Guthrie, age 65, recently made waves in the swimming community by breaking the Aqua World Record in the Men’s 100m Breaststroke for the 65-69 age group with an incredible time of 1:11.72! 🏊‍♂️💪

David has shown extraordinary resilience throughout his swim journey in recent years. For a few years now, he struggled with chronic lower back pain that affected his pool performance. After competing in his last meet, he took the time to research and address the root of his discomfort, ultimately discovering that inflammation in his right S.I. joint was the issue. The breakthrough came when David realized his sleeping position was contributing to his symptoms. By simply switching sides while he sleeps, he experienced a remarkable turnaround, and within days, his symptoms began to disappear!

Now, David's sleep scores are at an all-time high, and he’s achieving some of his best workouts in years. We are excited to see what he accomplishes next in the pool!

Join us in congratulating David on this incredible achievement! Your dedication and tenacity inspire us all. 🎉👏

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A world record for your birthday?! 🎉

On his 72nd birthday, Jeff Boatright joined his Sarasota Sharks Masters teammates Rick Walker (75), Karen Einsidler (69), and Fay Lachney (64) to set a world record in the mixed 280-319 4 x 200 SCM freestyle relay with a time of 10:13.23.

”Setting records as a Masters swimmer is always a highlight for us,” Jeff says. “We train regularly to stay fit and compete to have some fun, so setting a world record is really just a nice, special achievement on top of what we already enjoy. We are so thankful that we can still swim and excel competitively as we age.”

The Sharks held the record but lost it in May to a team from Japan. They SHATTERED that team’s record by 25 seconds.

(Note: All records are subject to verification.)

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