Nathan Adrian is splashing the world

Here is an excerpt from the interview:

Cecilia and Jim have since settled on e-mail communication because Nathan doesn’t have a phone with an international calling plan.

“He didn’t have any time to go home,” Cecilia said. “I miss seeing him on the podium in person. I sure miss that, with the flag and when the national anthem is played.”

But Cecilia said she couldn’t be more proud. She called Nathan an aquatic version of the “new kid on the block,” referring to the lofty reputations of teammates Phelps, Lochte and Grevers.

Nathan’s on his way.

“They have all made a name for themselves, established themselves, and he’s the up-and-comer,” Cecilia said.