During the spring semester, Sawyer Skaggs and Via Keith carried Crimson Cards, like any IU Indy student. During the Olympic Swim Trials, however, they carried media passes. Skaggs and Keith are both Auxiliary Services interns. If you follow the Nat on Instagram or Facebook, you’re following Skaggs. He’s the sports media intern at Auxiliary Services,…… Read more »
IU Natatorium
A first-timer’s perspective on the Big East Championships and the IU Natatorium
I think it’s safe to say that water and I don’t get along. I was the kid in summer camp who failed the swim test and had to sit with the counselors during pool time. Picture a highlighter-yellow “CAN’T SWIM” wristband, a dry suit, and no friends. When it comes to the pool, I’ve always…… Read more »
Ed Merkling celebrates 30 years at the IU Natatorium
Ed Merkling has worked at the IU Natatorium for 10,958 days, each one an outpouring of love, care, and attention to detail. This year, IUPUI celebrated Merkling’s 30th year of work with a dinner, ceremony, and short video constructed by the staff. Merkling’s career includes 19 years of coaching swim and eight years as director…… Read more »
The IU Natatorium’s Jingle Jamboree is back and better than ever
As the holidays approach, the IUPUI Natatorium is celebrating by throwing its 2nd ever Jingle Jamboree competition. Arlene McDonald, the Natatorium’s event coordinator, describes the festivities that occurred this weekend. “The Jingle Jamboree is a 2.5 day timed finals competition that is open to any USA Swimming member clubs and their athletes,” McDonald said. “This…… Read more »