Fun Swimming Facts

Q: Who is this?

  • Swam for Ohio State
  • Invented the Pace Clock
  • World Record Holder
  • Ph.D in Physiology
  • 6 NCAA Championships as a college coach
  • Designed Interval training for swimmers
  • Coached one of the most famous swimmers ever
  • At the time, was the oldest swimmer ever to successfully cross the English Channel
  • Mentor to many, loving husband and father...

A: James E. "Doc" Counsilman!

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