Cartoonist Jef Mallett
Masters Swimming Makes the Funny Papers
by Elaine Howley

For Jef Mallett, a Michigan-based cartoonist whose syndicated strip, “Frazz,” can be read daily in hundreds of newspapers around the country, triathlon is his primary sport. But, he says that Masters swimming is key to his staying competitive in triathlon, and a worthwhile sport in its own right. Mallett often channels his Masters experiences through “Frazz.”

Work, Family and Swimming
How Five Swimmers Do the Balancing Act
by Susan Dawson-Cook

Managing a career, familyand the lifestyle of a competitive swimmer can be a major balancing act. Here’s how five accomplished Masters swimmers keep their competitive edge, while still paying attention to other important aspects of their lives.

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U.S. Masters Swimming At Its Best
by Bill Edwards >>> Photos by Jim Quaschnick

The roster might have been a bit shorter this year for the U.S. Masters Swimming Short Course Nationals, but there was no shortage of enthusiasm. Here’s a story about how the Nationals spurred a unique family reunion and a renewed love for the sport.

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