Articles of general interest about aquatic sports in southern Africa
Springboks
Until 1992 Springbok colours were awarded to athletes who represented South Africa at senior international level
Exiles
Since the 1950s, many athletes have left the country to compete overseas - most have never returned, and no official complete record of them exists.
How South Africa Swimmers Stole America's Olympic Gold
At the 2004 Olympic Games, the South African men's 4x100m freestyle relay took the gold medal in a new world record.
The politics of leisure and Johannesburg's swimming baths, 1920s to 1930s
One of the aims of Johannesburg's British-controlled town council after the South African War (1899-1902) was to provide open public leisure spaces for its white citizens. The establishment and development of Ellis Park as a major sports centre was one of these endeavours.
Albums and Scrapbooks
Scrapbooks, photo albums and other memorabilia collections donated by many people involved mainly in swimming in South Africa.
The first album was shared by Dutch world champion Ada Kok, who visited South Africa in 1963.
Swimming coaches of southern Africa
There is no register of swimming coaches who operate in southern Africa. The coaches listed here are mostly known due to their success at the national and international levels.
In Memoriam
To remember athletes like Denzil Greef and Muriel Ensore-Smith, who died young. Unfortunately, many others have passed and left no trace.
