Award Descriptions

Lillian MacKellar

The Lillian MacKellar Distinguished Service Award is presented to an individual for unselfish service to the sport without thought of personal gain and with particular emphasis on working for the benefit of the athlete. The nominee cannot be a current athlete (except masters).

Information on Lillian “Billie” MacKellar’s service to the sport can be found here. A listing of previous recipients can be found here.

Nominees shall exhibit long-term service at the national, zone and local levels and even international programs. In addition, recipients exhibit a breadth of experience in support of athletes, coaches, officials and the organization as a whole as they work towards support of all Artistic Swimming athletes.

USAAS Athlete of the Year Award

Presented to an athlete who has made the most significant, positive impact on the sport, nationally and/ or internationally, during the most recent competitive season. 

USAAS Coach of the Year Award

Presented to a coach who has made a significant impact on athletes’ performances at the highest level of competition in the last 12 months.

USAAS Developmental Coach of the Year Award

Presented to a coach at the youth, club, high school or junior level, or a coach who is directly responsible for training athletes to reach the junior and/ or elite level. 

USAAS Hall of Fame Athlete Category

Presented to an athlete who has won at least seven domestic titles, and/ or has been a medalist in a top-tier international event, i.e. Olympics, World Championships, Pan American Games, etc., and been retired four years or more. 

USAAS Hall of Fame Contributor Award

Presented to an individual for exceptional service to the sport from a local to a national level.