Word: olympicsized
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The history of the two groups indicates that the current truce is fragile. Founded in 1888, the A.A.U. is a largely volunteer organization which became the sole authority for certifying American Olympics entries, a right that was and is its primary source of power. The N.C.A.A. was formed in 1906...
Americans had done poorly for several years in international competition and the only solution was to experiment with the method of selecting boats for the Olympics. Parker headed the effort to seek out talented oarsmen for a national team. Formerly, the best college or club crew went to the Games...
Dave Brumwell had an outstanding year in the 200-yd. breast and was a much improved swimmer after competing in the Munich Olympics and his 2:10.853 clocking was almost three seconds better than the Harvard record he first broke a year ago.
Swimming at a pace three seconds faster than her previous collegiate best, Costin swam the 200-yd. freestyle in 2:03.6. Cathy Corcione, who swam in the 1964 and 1968 Olympics, took first in the event with a time of 1:57.
Indiana's Gary Hall, who is probably eager to re-establish himself after a particularly disappointing effort at the Olympics, is the heavy favorite in both butterfly races, but Yntema could surprise by making the finals in both events. He is ranked sixth in the 100-yd. fly, with Neville...