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Swim Quick - Swim for Richard Quick and Cancer Research

Posted by Glenn Mills on Jan 21, 2009 01:07PM (4,144 views)

OLYMPIC SWIM COACH RICHARD QUICK TEAMS UP WITH SWIM ACROSS AMERICA TO FIGHT CANCER

On February 14, Swim Across America is hosting a national fundraising event to raise money for cancer research.  This event is a tribute to the legendary Olympic coach, Richard Quick, who was recently diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor.  Swimmers of all ages and ability will swim in Richard's honor to join him in raising money for cancer research.

Richard Quick is renowned in the swimming world for his unparalleled coaching achievements.  He has "done it all" - coached six US Olympic Swimming Teams, led his collegiate teams to 12 NCAA titles, inspired every swimmer he has coached, and led the swimming community with respect and integrity.  His list of NCAA and Olympic champions make a strong argument that he is one of the nation's greatest coaches of all time.  He is currently the head coach of Auburn University.

Swim Across America asks all swimmers across the world to unite, swim and give on one day in Richard's honor.  Swim Across America has created the SAA Richard Quick Endowment to support cancer research initiatives.  It is their hope that every participating swimmer will make a donation to the Endowment.  There will be four main "hubs" hosting swimmers at the University of Texas, Auburn University, Southern Methodist University and Stanford University.  Additionally, swimmers can jump into any pool throughout the world and dedicate their swim to honor Richard.

"God didn't make me a competitor to sit on the sidelines", Richard said with his shining, fighting spirit.  "This is an ongoing and worthwhile project, and I am honored that for one day I am contributing to the efforts of many that are fighting cancer.  I am blessed that the swimming community has been so supportive with all their unconditional love and prayers."

To participate and give, please go to www.swimacrossamerica.org and click on "Swim Quick".  For questions, please email Janel Jorgensen, Executive Director for Swim Across America at janel@swimacrossamerica.org or call (888) SWIM-USA.


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Responded Jan 21, 2009 08:05PM

There is not much to say...this is truly a really sad news.
Responded Jan 23, 2009 05:51AM

Well I know that when I talk to my team about our annual 50/50 rafel to buy sweats or what ever for our high school team, not one team member will argue that the money made will go to this cause. Sad Sad news. We will do all we can. Our thoughts and prayers are with Coach Quick his family and all the people he has touched. Rawlins High School Swim/Dive Team. Rawlins Wyoming
Responded Jan 23, 2009 05:59AM

I just wanted to add that he not only inspired every swimmer he coached but swimmers and coaches every where. I know he will not be forgotten in this neck of the woods.

THANKS COACH QUICK For inspiring me as a new swim coach AKA former Diver first then swimmer. I have gained so much from tracking you as have my swim team
Responded Jan 23, 2009 04:12PM

Glenn - thanks for getting word out on our Swim Across America program for Richard - I would say that I am amazed by how incredible the swimming community has been in supporting the endowment in his honor, but i it is only fitting to such an incredible coach, mentor and friend, who has given so much to all of us....Look forward to swimming with masses, and sending our love as a collective whole....

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