www.IMSHOF.org was established in 1971 (with Induction classes named back to 1963) to recognize marathon swimmers and contributors throughout the world
International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame (IMSHOF) is an affiliate organization to the International Swimming Hall of Fame, established in 1971 (with Inductee Classes named back to 1963) to recognize the marathon swimmers and contributors throughout the world and governed by an international selection committee of marathon swimming experts. It recognizes the world’s most successful swimmers in
07/15/2026
Honoree Dr. Caroline Block (far right)
14°C in Donaghadee harbour (Northern Ireland - where all things in the North Channel happen) today.
These ladies have been training for 11C - and 14C today !
07/15/2026
Never goes out of date...
Honoree Dr. Chris Stockdale, MBE swimming in Ischia, Naples, Italy.
In honor and memory of his friend and swimming partner (starting in 1986) Albert Coward who recently passed away.
Sarah Thomas
Sarah Thomas- Open Water Marathon Swimmer
ISHOF Video Honoree Ferry Weertman
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07/14/2026
Remembering swimming legend Robert Cossette, a 2004 inductee into the International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame. His remarkable dedication to the sport and the open-water community continues to inspire.
Aspiring and advancing swimmers may benefit by establishing a (no fee) relationship with a Marathon Mentor. Check out this program and see the list of experienced marathon mentor volunteers.
https://www.openwaterpedia.com/wiki/Marathon_Mentors
07/13/2026
Happy Birthday to Anne Chagnaud, an esteemed Honor Swimmer inducted into the International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame in 2012! We celebrate your incredible achievements in the water and your lasting contributions to our community. Wishing you a wonderful day and a fantastic year ahead!
07/12/2026
History - Honoree Captain Nabil Elshazly 65 years ago won the 1st of his majors. They were all in the Capri Naples race - the first as an amateur. Pictured on the left
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