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USA Swimming and Speedo Celebrate 40 Years of Partnership With Expanded Commitment to Next Generation of Swimmers
by USA Swimming
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - USA Swimming announced today the renewal of its partnership with Speedo, celebrating 40 years of collaboration that has shaped the sport at every level. The extension highlights Speedo’s unwavering commitment to supporting athletes, coaches, and grassroots programs nationwide.
A longstanding partner of USA Swimming since 1985, Speedo holds limited exclusive rights in the technical swimwear product category, underscoring its deep-rooted dedication to supporting competitive swimmers across the country. As part of the partnership, Speedo will retain exclusive naming rights as the title sponsor of Speedo Sectionals, Speedo Junior National Championships, and the Speedo Winter Junior Championships series, amplifying some of the most competitive and prestigious events on the USA Swimming calendar through 2028. These events serve as critical platforms for emerging talent and Speedo’s continued investment ensures they remain premier showcases through 2028.
“For four decades, Speedo has been one of our most steadfast and visionary partners,” USA Swimming President and CEO Kevin Ring said. “Their commitment to innovation, competition, and grassroots access has elevated our sport and inspired generations of swimmers. We are proud to celebrate 40 years together and look forward to the expanded impact this partnership will have on our athletes and communities.”
Additionally, Speedo will support product donation to the USA Swimming Foundation programs through their Learn to Swim grants. This affirms USA Swimming and Speedo’s commitment to increasing aquatic participation at all levels by providing athletes with essential swimwear. Speedo continues to support the USA Swimming community through a variety of marketing initiatives and activations, athlete partnerships, and engagement with swim communities nationwide. This latest contribution strengthens Speedo’s longstanding relationship with the sport and reinforces its commitment to helping swimmers compete at the highest level. “USA Swimming embodies the best of competitive and grassroots sport, and we are honored to continue this 40-year partnership,” said Joe Spies, CEO, Pentland Americas. “We’re excited to support USA
Swimming as it continues to grow and evolve the sport from empowering the nation’s top athletes to expanding access and opportunity for the next generation. Our donation of product valued at two million dollars to USA Swimming’s Learn to Swim and persity & Inclusion programs which impacted 20,000 swimmers reflects that shared commitment, both now and into the future.”
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