“Michael’s vision is to increase swimming in the US"
Former Member
Ok - Phelps is at the top of his career and his popularity - How could he (or anybody else working with him) help to improve swimming in the United States ?
What do we need - grassroot swimcamps ? A Michael Phelps US swimming tour ? Phelps racing various people around the country ?
Can we get 5000 people into a pool + TV coverage for a Lochte + Peirsol vs Phelps showdown ? I am certain Track and Field will have some big money races in Europe following the Olympis. How much would somebody pay to have Phelps race Cavic in 3 weeks ?
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Former Member
I don't think you have to be a jerk to be popular, Usain Bolt is getting a great reaction by being light and relaxed and fun. Phelps on the other hand doesn't even raise an arm when his name is announced. Obviously it works for him but it doesn't endear him to fans.
I don't think you have to be a jerk to be popular, Usain Bolt is getting a great reaction by being light and relaxed and fun. Phelps on the other hand doesn't even raise an arm when his name is announced. Obviously it works for him but it doesn't endear him to fans.
