Tag: 1976 Olympics

A Nation’s Pride: 1976 and State-Sponsored Doping
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A Nation’s Pride: 1976 and State-Sponsored Doping

Rick Madge3 Comments

I must confess I haven't had the opportunity to watch the apparently excellent "The Last Gold" documentary about the 1976 women's US Olympic Team as they battled the overpowering but doped East German women. But having been a competitive swimmer back then, I am very familiar with the story and the emotions.  That the US… Continue reading A Nation’s Pride: 1976 and State-Sponsored Doping

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My Favourite Swim Race Videos of 2014-2015 (and Some Earlier Years)

Rick Madge1 Comment

The 2014-2015 season is basically behind us now. Below are some of my favourite racing videos from the year. Since this is my first time doing this annual review, I've also added some of my favourites from the past as well. Unfortunately, some of the races I watched during the World Championships feed are not… Continue reading My Favourite Swim Race Videos of 2014-2015 (and Some Earlier Years)