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By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam Ryan Lochte continues his journey back into the swimming landscape, this time back in the water, racing, kind of. The 12-time Olympic medalist and new Missouri State assistant coach raced for the first time since 2021, swimming the 100 IM in a racing suit.

Swimming News / The Spun / June 24

U.S. Swimming Legend Ryan Lochte Responds To Engagement Backlash

As former Olympic gold medalist Ryan Lochte and his now-ex-wife Kayla put the final touches on their divorce, Lochte has decided to get engaged - which has apparently angered a large number of people.

Swimming News / SwimSwam / June 21

Ryan Lochte Announces Engagement to Girlfriend Molly Gillihan in Gainesville

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam Four-time Olympian Ryan Lochte has announced his engagement to girlfriend Molly Gillihan, posting a video of the proposal on his Instagram earlier today.

Swimming News / SwimSwam / June 4

Ryan Lochte on Enhanced Games: “It’s Going to be Life-Changing”

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam The first edition of the Enhanced Games is now in the books, and with it, plenty of talking points and mixed reviews. Among the major names in the sport to have given their opinions on it is 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte, and his views are not against the event but rather in support of it.

Swimming News / SwimSwam / May 23

Ryan Lochte Shares Graduation Message On Growth, Failure, And The Next Chapter

By Gold Medal Mel Stewart on SwimSwam Ryan Lochte is in a season of forward motion. The 12-time Olympic medalist is coming off two pieces of positive news: his induction into the International Swimming Hall of Fame and the announcement that he will join Missouri State as an assistant swimming coach.

Swimming News / The Spun / May 12

Ryan Lochte Is 'Barely Recognizable' In New Photo at 41

Ryan Lochte has a new job. The legendary U.S. Olympian, who has been selling off some of his gold medals, announced on social media that he's taken a coaching job.

Missouri State Bears News / Field Level Media / May 12

Swimming legend Ryan Lochte named to Missouri State coaching staff

Ryan Lochte, winner of 12 Olympic swimming medals, is joining the coaching staff at Missouri State. His official hiring as an assistant coach for the men's and women's teams at the school is pending formal approval by the university board of governors at its June meeting.

Swimming News / Larry Brown Sports / May 11

Olympic gold medalist Ryan Lochte has landed a college coaching job

Ryan Lochte is one of the more decorated swimmers in United States Olympic history, and he is now making the transition to coaching. Lochte, who has a total of 12 Olympic medals, has been hired as an assistant coach for the Missouri State swimming and diving team, the school announced.

Swimming News / SwimSwam / May 11

Lochte Starts Coaching, Bowman’s Pro Group Growing | SWIMSWAM BREAKDOWN

By Coleman Hodges on SwimSwam Today on the SwimSwam Breakdown, we discuss Ryan Lochte starting his collegiate coaching career at Missouri State, Bob Bowman’s Pro Group getting numerous additions, and what Van Mathias’ ceiling is for this summer.

Missouri State Bears News / College Sports Only / May 11

Missouri State Hires Decorated Olympian As Men’s Swimming Assistant

Missouri State’s swim team is adding a LOT of hardware to its coaching staff. Olympic legend Ryan Lochte is bringing his talents to Missouri State. Lochte attended the University of Florida, where he was a 24-time All-American in swimming.

Missouri State Bears News / SwimSwam / May 10

Ryan Lochte Making Coaching Debut As Assistant Coach At Missouri State

By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam 12-time Olympic medalist and current World Record holder Ryan Lochte will join the Missouri State coaching staff for the upcoming 2026-2027 season as an assistant coach, the school announced.

Swimming News / The Spun / April 16

Ryan Lochte's Divorce Has Unfortunately Taken An Ugly Turn

There's nothing more uncomfortable than seeing a divorce play out in the public eye. Sadly, that's exactly what we're being subjected to by former Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte and his wife Kayla Reid.

Swimming News / SwimSwam / January 27

Ryan Lochte Injures Leg during Episode 4 of Worst Cooks In America, Leading to Elimination

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam After a rough first episode and a bounce-back 2nd and 3rd episode, Ryan Lochte’s time on the 30th season of the Food Network’s Worst Cooks in America has come to an end, following an injury to his knee and an unsatisfactory dish.

Swimming News / SwimSwam / January 13

Ryan Lochte Skates By In Episode 1, But Thrives in Episode 2 of ‘Worst Cooks in America’

By Braden Keith on SwimSwam American swimmer Ryan Lochte has had a very hot-and-cold performance through 2 episodes of reality cooking show Worst Cooks in America, but has so far survived to the third round of competition.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 5

Did the ‘Worst Cooks in America’ Season 30 Premiere Address Anne Burrell’s Death?

Worst Cooks in America has returned for its first season without the late Anne Burrell. Titled Worst Cooks in America: Reality Check, the Food Network show’s Season 30 premiere on Sunday, January 4, saw some of Hollywood’s biggest reality stars go head-to-head in a chaotic cooking competition.

Swimming News / Larry Brown Sports / December 27

Ryan Lochte explains why he is selling his Olympic gold medals

Former United States Olympian Ryan Lochte is facing some backlash for his decision to auction off three of his Olympic gold medals. Lochte is auctioning off his gold medals from 2004, 2008, and 2016.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 4

Cheryl Burke Says She Thought ‘DWTS’ Protesters Were ‘Gonna Blow Our Heads Off’

Former Dancing With the Stars pro dancer Cheryl Burke is recalling a frightening experience from her time on the ABC reality competition: She feared for her life when protesters rushed the stage during Season 23, when she was paired with controversial Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte.