“I'm encouraged to see Natalie swim so well so early in the season (in January at the Toyota Grand Prix Series meet) in Long Beach,” said John Collins, head coach of the U.S. women’s team. “Natalie and Amanda's swims last summer give us a legitimate shot in the sprint relays. I'm optimistic.”
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