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Bishop Appointed Dutch Swim Coach

Australian swimming coach Peter Bishop appointed to lead the Dutch national team despite past investigation.

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Koninklijke Nederlandse Zwembond (Knzb)South Australian Sports InstituteVlaamse ZwemfederatieSwimming Australia

Peter BishopKyle ChalmersMark FaberTes SchoutenCaspar CorbeauArno KammingaJacco VerhaerenMatthew CowdreyInge De BruijnPieter Van Den HoogebandRanomi KromowidjojoSjors Lommerts

What is Peter Bishop's coaching background?: Bishop previously coached Olympic champion Kyle Chalmers, who won nine medals across three Olympic Games. Bishop also coached 13-time Paralympic champion Matthew Cowdrey, demonstrating his extensive experience in elite swimming.
Who is Peter Bishop and what is his new role?: Peter Bishop, a 50-year-old Australian swimming coach, has been appointed as the new head coach for the Dutch national swimming team. He will start in January 2025, working towards the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
How did the KNZB address concerns about Bishop's past?: The Dutch Swimming Federation (KNZB) stated they thoroughly investigated the allegations against Bishop and received written confirmation that the matter was resolved to everyone's satisfaction. They are confident in his appointment.
What controversies surrounded Peter Bishop's appointment?: Bishop's appointment comes despite a prior investigation into his conduct at the Australian swimming federation. While details remain vague, it involved an inquiry into his functioning as a coach and a reassignment prior to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
What role did Jacco Verhaeren play in Bishop's appointment?: Jacco Verhaeren, a former colleague of Bishop's and a prominent figure in Dutch swimming, played a significant role in Bishop's hiring. Verhaeren downplayed the severity of the investigation, stating it involved nothing serious.

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