I have noticed that there seems to be a lot of excitement and debate about the olympic swimming events. Both here on this board and also at my home, office, etc. Is it my imagination, or is there more interest in swimming from the general public (aka non-Masters swimmers) this olympics?
It's a shame that we can't have this kind of interest in swimming more often.
I have noticed people in my office are paying attention to the Phelps saga, but they can't really name a second swimmer unless its Thorpe.
I'm afraid the general public interest in swimming will pass quickly when its not on TV every night. But meanwhile, its very exciting
OK, the pool has been packed this week with folks in new goggles and new suits. Any other cities seeing this?
How long can I expect the pool to be packed from the Olympic induced swimming craze?
Originally posted by aquageek
OK, the pool has been packed this week with folks in new goggles and new suits. Any other cities seeing this?
How long can I expect the pool to be packed from the Olympic induced swimming craze?
Only about half as long as they are packed for New Year's Resolutions! (In other words, give it two weeks!):)
I noticed it in my gym's pool starting about a month ago (around the time of the Olympic trials). But I suspect the interest stems from the fact that it's August, and it's hot, rather than people feeling inspired to be the next Phelps/Coughlin.
Part of me hopes the interest will die down, if only so my pool will become less crowded. :)
We've had way more masters in the pool this summer compared to last summer, don't know if it's the Olympics or the natural growth of our program. We (Rose Bowl) are taking 5 teams (30 swimmers) to the Maui Relay over Labor Day weekend.
carl
Aquageek, just show up in your clown suit--that should clear the pool. Or it may start a trend.
By the way, was that you at the diving well in Athens wearing the clown shoes and the tutu?
