Missy Franklin Wins AAU’s Sullivan Award As Nation’s Top Amateur Athlete
Missy Franklin (left) poses with fellow finalists Darren Barnes (middle) and Liz Brenner (Right) at the 2013 AAU Sullivan awards ceremony. (Photo: Amateur Athletic Union)
Phelps Receives “Excellence” Honor But Usain Bolt Wins Sportsman of the Year; Swimmer Dias Wins Disability Laureus
Michael Phelps didn’t win the Sportsman of the Year Award, but won’t leave Rio empty handed. (Photo Courtesy: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Missy Franklin Nominated For AAU Sullivan Award (Voting Open Now)
It’s now two months into 2013, but that doesn’t mean that Missy Franklin is done winning awards for her impressive 2012 season. (Credit: Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
2013 ACC Women’s Championships SwimSwam Awards
Tiffany Oliver of Florida State, by sweeping the sprint freestyle events, is worthy of big honors, in our book. (Photo Courtesy ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Paralympic Swimmer Brad Snyder Wins Disabled Athlete Award
Swimmer Lt. Brad Snyder has been honored by the United States Sports Academy with its 2012 Juan Antonio Samaranch Disabled Athlete…
Adrian Honored With Sports Star Award in Native Seattle
Nathan Adrian was honored as Seattle’s best “amateur” sports athlete of 2012 at a ceremony last weekend. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Cochrane and Heymans; The Key to Canada’s Success
Ryan Cochrane (above) won the Aquatics Canada Male Athlete of the Year award. (Photo 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)
Missy Franklin Named Colorado Amateur Athlete of the Year; Bonnie Brandon Wins HS Award
After a great Olympics, Missy Franklin picked up a second-straight Colorado Hall of Fame award. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
FINA Names Franklin, Phelps World Swimmers of the Year
For the 2nd straight year, high schooler Missy Franklin has been named the world’s best swimmer. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
2012 SWAMMY AWARDS: NCAP Picks Up Two Girls’ Age Grouper of the Year Honors
Katie Ledecky, 15-16 Girls 2012 Swammy Award winner. (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
Michael Phelps Graces Cover of Final SI Issue of 2012: Fans’ Choice
Michael Phelps beat-out Peyton Manning and Gabby Douglas for Sports Illustrated’s top moment of 2012. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Phelps Named AP Male Athlete of the Year
Michael Phelps has another honor for his trophy case, one dating back to 1931. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
2012 World Championships Medals Recap; Lochte Makes History
Ryan Lochte earned 8 medals at the World Championships to win the FINA Trophy for best male swimmer of the meet. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
SwimMAC Wins Club Excellence Title; 23 Named “Gold Medal” Clubs
David Marsh has built a SwimMAC club that is dominant from age group up through Olympians. (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)