American Swimming Coaches Association
| Company type | Professional association |
|---|---|
| Industry | Swimming coaching |
| Founded | 1958 |
| Headquarters | Fort Lauderdale , United States |
Area served | United States, international |
| Products | Coaching clinics and training sessions |
The American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA) is a professional body representing swimming coaches across the United States. Established in 1958, its main office is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
ASCA dedicates itself to the advancement and education of swimming coaches by providing clinics and training sessions both within the country and internationally, aimed at improving coaching skills and knowledge.
Hall of Fame
Each year, ASCA honors exceptional coaches by inducting them into its Hall of Fame during the ASCA World Clinic. This accolade celebrates individuals who have made a profound impact on the swimming profession. Among the distinguished members are Dave Armbruster, Bob Bowman, Frank Busch, Eddie Reese, and Gregg Troy, underscoring ASCA’s recognition of strategic leadership and significant business accomplishments in coaching.
Coach of the Year
Since 1961, ASCA has presented the Coach of the Year award annually to acknowledge outstanding contributions to American swimming on the international stage. In 2015, this award was renamed in honor of George Haines. The accolade highlights coaches who have played influential roles in shaping competitive swimming, often associated with elite athletes and championship victories.
| Year | Coach | Notable Associations |
|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Doc Counsilman | |
| 1962 | Peter Daland | |
| 1963 | Dick Smith | |
| 1964 | George Haines | |
| 1965 | Don Gambril | |
| 1966 | George Haines | |
| 1967 | George Haines | |
| 1968 | Sherm Chavoor | |
| 1969 | Jim Montrella | |
| 1970 | Don Watson | |
| 1971 | Jim Montrella | |
| 1972 | George Haines | |
| 1973 | Bob Miller | |
| 1974 | Dick Jochums | |
| 1975 | Mark Schubert | |
| 1976 | Mark Schubert | |
| 1977 | Paul Bergen | |
| 1978 | Paul Bergen | |
| 1979 | Randy Reese | |
| 1980 | Dennis Pursley | Mary T. Meagher |
| 1981 | Mark Schubert | |
| 1982 | Dick Shoulberg | |
| 1983 | John Collins | Rick Carey |
| 1984 | Randy Reese | |
| 1985 | Nort Thornton | Matt Biondi |
| 1986 | Richard Quick | |
| 1987–1988 | Bud McAllister | Janet Evans |
| 1989–1990 | Dick Shoulberg / Jon Urbanchek | |
| 1991–1993 | Eddie Reese, Richard Quick, Skip Kenney | |
| 1994 | honor removed | |
| 1995 | Jon Urbanchek | Tom Dolan, Michigan's NCAA Men's Swimming title |
| 1996–1999 | Murray Stephens, Mark Schubert, Richard Quick | |
| 2000 | Peter Banks | Brooke Bennett |
| 2001–2003 | Bob Bowman | Michael Phelps |
| 2004–2006 | Eddie Reese | Aaron Peirsol, Brendan Hansen, Ian Crocker |
| 2007–2008 | Bob Bowman | |
| 2009 | Eddie Reese | |
| 2010–2011 | Gregg Troy | Ryan Lochte, Florida Women's NCAA title |
| 2012 | Bob Bowman | Michael Phelps, Allison Schmitt |
| 2013–2015 | Bruce Gemmell | Katie Ledecky |
| 2016 | Dave Durden | Nathan Adrian, Anthony Ervin, Ryan Murphy, Josh Prenot |
| 2017 | Ray Looze | Lilly King |
| 2018 | Greg Meehan | Katie Ledecky |
| 2019 | Mike Parratto | Regan Smith |
| Year | Coach | Notable Associations |
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