Allison Schmitt

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“Being a part of the 2012 Olympics 400m medley relay team. I knew the three other girls already had their world records, and I wanted to join the club.”

Lots of Women’s 200 Backstrokes Posted; Georgia Men Get 5th Sub-15 Miler at ‘Last Chance’ Meets

Full Name:	Allison Schmitt
Nickname(s):	Schmitty
Born:	June 07th, 1990
	Pittsburgh, PA
Nationality:	USA
Status:	Active

Allison Schmitt is a competitive swimmer who represents the United States internationally. She is a 4x Olympian, 10x Olympic medalist, and Olympic, world, and pan pacific champion. Background “200m freestyle” and “Allison Schmitt” are practically synonymous. The middle distance queen has won a total of 14 international medals, including nine gold. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Schmitt grew up with her parents and four siblings in Canton, Michigan. Initially, swimming was buried in the long list of other sports that comprised 9-year-old-Schmitt’s repertoire, but she remained dedicated and joined Ann Arbor Swim Club (AASC) at age 11. AASC became Club Wolverine in 2006, and Schmitt soon began training with Michael Phelps and his coach, Bob Bowman. While Schmitt attended Canton High School, her true potential began to show at a 2007 Junior National meet. After graduating in 2008, Schmitt moved with Bowman and Phelps to Baltimore, Maryland and trained at North Baltimore Aquatic Club. Schmitt made her Olympic debut that summer at the Beijing Games, swimming the 200m freestyle and the 800m freestyle relay. She placed ninth individually and helped her teammates (Natalie Coughlin, Caroline Burckle and Katie Hoff) to bronze medal and American record in the relay. NCAA Career Schmitt enrolled at the University of Georgia …

Lots of Women’s 200 Backstrokes Posted; Georgia Men Get 5th Sub-15 Miler at ‘Last Chance’ Meets

Meanwhile, Cal’s Liz Pelton, fresh off of an American Record in the 200 back, time-trial’ed a solid 100 backstroke in Federal Way. (Photo Courtesy: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Euphoria: 2013 Champions of the SEC, Captured Through the Camera Lens

I absolutely love this picture of Florida coach Gregg Troy, taken by our photographer Janna Schulze. The expression of pure joy, the colors of the water. Beautiful.

Allison Schmitt Advice to Freshman Bulldog Chase Kalisz – Video Interview

Photo Credit: GMM

Florida Men Snap Auburn’s Streak; Georgia Women are SEC Champions

Auburn sprinter Marcelo Chierighini successfully defended his 100 freestyle title on Saturday Night. (Photo Courtesy: Janna Schulze)

SEC Day 5 Up/Mid/Downs (Final Day): Florida, A&M Women In a Battle for 2nd Place

Texas A&M coach Steve Bultman have found themselves setup for a big battle tonight with Florida for 2nd-place at the 2013 SEC Championships. (Photo Courtesy: Janna Schulze/SwimSwam.com)

Chierighini Takes Top Seed in 100 Free; Breeja Breaks Championship Record in Final Prelims Session at SEC’s

Marcelo Chierighini took the top seed in the 100 free, but the A&M men showed upset potential for the 400 free relay. (Photo Courtesy: Janna Schulz)

Texas A&M Women Set Three SEC Records on Friday Night at SEC Championships

Cammile Adams (left) and Caroline McElhany (right) celebrate after going 1-2 in the women’s 200 fly. (Photo Courtesy: Janna Schulze)

Day 4 SEC’s Ups/Mids/Downs: A&M, Tennessee Women Look to Make a Move on Top 3 Tonight

A surprise drop from Brooke Watson from Tennessee gave the Volunteers a second A-finalist in the women’s 200 fly. (Photo Courtesy: Janna Schulze)

Hannis Breaks, Larson Ties SEC Championship Records in Blazing Breaststroke Prelims on Day 4 at SEC’s

Tennessee’s Molly Hannis was the most emotive swimmer in prelims after breaking the SEC Championship Record. It took a 1:00.01 to final. (File Photo Courtesy: Janna Schulze)

2013 SEC Championships: Georgia Women, Florida Men Extend Lead, Gendron Crashes Georgia’s Party

Georgia freshman Chase Kalisz, a former Michael Phelps training partner, is looking for his second IM win in as many nights on Thursday. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Gendron Top Seed; 5 Bulldogs at Her Heels in 200 Free on Day 3 Prelims

Tennessee’s Lindsay Gendron is once again taking a top seed into the finals of a middle-distance race. (Stock Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

Georgia Women Break NCAA, American Records in 800 Free Relay (Splits Included)

The Georgia Bulldogs put up one of the most unreal relay performances you’ll ever see on night 1 of the 2013 SEC Championships. (Photo Courtesy: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)

SEC Championship Pre-Cut Psych Sheets; Scoring Expanded to 24 Spots

The SEC Championship pre-cut psych sheets are out. It’s more useful for some teams than others, but enjoy for what they are. (Photo Courtesy: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)

Bauerle’s Bulldogs looking for their 10th SEC Title

Jack Bauerle talks about the season so far and the state of the Bulldogs heading into SECs. (Swim Picture Courtesy © Tim Binning, TheSwimPictures.com)

2012 SWAMMY AWARD: Female Swimmer of the Year

There are a lot of women who won a lot of medals in 2012. We had to reach beyond the golds and silvers to find the best recipient for this award. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)