Michael Phelps, Olympic champion, Guides Baltimore Ravens Players on Preventing Water-Related Mishaps
The Baltimore Ravens, known for their prowess on the football field, recently made a splash in a different way. The team, which includes players like Marlon Humphrey, Ronnie Stanley, Kyle Hamilton, and Charlie Kolar, invited Olympic legend Michael Phelps to provide swimming lessons during their training camp in 2025.
Phelps, a Baltimore native and a swimmer who has won a record number of Olympic gold medals, was more than happy to oblige. The sessions aimed to teach the team swimming techniques and water safety, and videos and reports show the players actively engaged in the lessons and making progress in their swimming abilities under Phelps' guidance.
The Ravens had to relocate to Loyola University for their swimming practice, as their own facilities didn't accommodate aquatic activities. The event was documented on Marlon Humphrey's Instagram post, where he dubbed the team as the "Ravens Aquatics Team."
The team members, some of whom were already proficient swimmers, demonstrated their skills in the pool, including diving off the boards and participating in swimming races. However, it wasn't all smooth sailing, as some of the diving attempts resulted in painful-sounding splashes.
Phelps also gave a motivational talk to the team during his visit. The Ravens, who reportedly had a third of their team members not knowing how to swim, sought swimming lessons from Phelps due to this issue. The team's swimming practice was documented in videos shared by the team, providing a unique insight into their training routine.
It remains to be seen if Phelps' swimming prowess may have influenced the Baltimore Ravens during practice, but one thing is certain - the team is now better equipped to handle water-based challenges, both on and off the field.
Football being an integral part of their training, the Baltimore Ravens welcomed Olympic legend Michael Phelps to provide swimming lessons during their 2025 training camp. Despite some tumultuous diving attempts, the team, including sports enthusiasts like Marlon Humphrey and Ronnie Stanley, embraced the swimming practice and aimed to improve their aquatic skills.
