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Getting To Know Ryan Lochte

Getting To Know Ryan Lochte

U.S. swimmer Ryan Lochte recently surpassed Michael Phelps as the best swimmer in the world. NBCOlympics.com recently caught up with the Rochester native and asked him some questions.
Abby Wambach Named U.S. Co-Captain

Abby Wambach Named U.S. Co-Captain

Coach Pia Sundhage recently named the Rochester native a co-captain of the U.S. women's soccer team. The vocal Wambach is a natural fit as vice captain to Christie Rampone
2012 U.S. Classic: Liukin Reviews Performance

2012 U.S. Classic: Liukin Reviews Performance

May 26, 2012: Nastia Liukin talks with the media after competing on balance beam at the 2012 Secret U.S. Classic in Chicago.
U.S. Women's Soccer Roster Announced

U.S. Women's Soccer Roster Announced

U.S. women’s soccer coach Pia Sundhage announced her final 18-player roster for the 2012 Olympics on Sunday.
What To Watch For Pre-Games Calendar

What To Watch For Pre-Games Calendar

With events happening across the country in the lead up to the Games of the XXX Olympiad, Americans will have a chance to cheer on their Olympians before they head across seas. Check out to see what's on tap.

Western NY Athletes

  • Ryan Lochte

    RyanLochte

    Swimming

    Born in Rochester and nickname is "The Lochtenator"
  • Jenn Suhr

    Jenn Suhr

    Track & Field

    Western N.Y. native originally starred in college basketball
  • Abby Wambach

    AbbyWambach

    Soccer

    Rochester native's real first name is Mary

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