Photo: Roman Jones/Nikki Jones Competitive swimmer Roman Jones doesn't let negative thoughts and distractions affect his performance while preparing for swim tournaments. With his mind on the task at hand and his eyes on the prize, it doesn't take him long to visualize his intended time...
Black Kids Swim is proud to share the story of seven influential Black swimmers! Black History Month is a time for celebration and reflection. From past to present, our adversity and successes represent the strength of the Black American spirit. Our contributions in politics, entertainment,...
Learning to swim at the age of 43 sounds uncommon for most people, but it was better late than never for open water swimmer, Naji Ali. "I was determined that I wanted to swim," Ali said. "I didn't care what it would take. I was...
At just 18 years old, the Waldorf, Maryland resident has achieved many accomplishments in the sport of competitive swimming. Lawrence Sapp is truly an international star swimmer in the making! The championship athlete has received many gold and silver medals across the world competing in events...
On November 20, 2015 we started Black Kids Swim with a website and a Facebook page. We interviewed swim parents, coaches and cosmetologists (because hair care is a huge issue for Black swimmers!) and anyone who would talk to us. We were in search of...
Meet Khaleb Byrd of the Theresa Banks Swim Club. Khaleb is 11 years old and swims for the elite Theresa Banks Swim Club, a Division A team located in Prince George's County MD. Khaleb is talented in both the back and breast stroke. His fast times...
