University of Minnesota Athletics
Players Mentioned
Gophers Announce 2025-26 Team Award Winners
5/20/2026 2:00:00 PM | Men's Swimming & Diving, Women's Swimming & Diving
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. – The University of Minnesota swimming and diving program recently celebrated a successful 2025-26 competition season, recognizing this year's team award winners.
Outstanding Student Athlete Award:
Most Improved Award:
Hardest Worker Award:
Iron Fish Award:
W.I.N. Award:
Jean K. Freeman Award:
This award goes annually to a female student-athlete who represents unyielding motivation and a committed spirit that is complimented with a deep-seeded dedication to personal growth.
Dorothy Lestina Sheppard Award:
This award goes annually to a member of the women's team who is globally minded, embodies a competitive spirit, and values a competitive educational experience.
Jerry McCaul Award:
This award is given to a male who exemplifies the late Jerry McCaul's (1957-1979) enthusiasm and dedication to the sport. Jerry was the example of a perfect teammate who pushed others to succeed, but still wanted to beat you to the wall. Always supportive, competitive, and positive.
Swimmer of the Year:
Diver of the Year:
Women's Team Spirit Award:
M Club Letterwinners
Rachel Conley, Emma Fellman, Finnly Jollands, Mira Keller, Keira Mullins, Kamdyn Periat, Jade Roghair, Braylon Goodno, Jack Hackler, Ethan Kosin, Luke Mychalowych, Oliver Schimberg, Ethan Schutten, John Watson