ANNUAL AWARDS
Each year Aquatic Capital honors a number of Long Beach athletes, coaches, organizations, and aquatic minded citizens for outstanding accomplishments in the prior year.
Athlete of the Year: Recognizing a standout athlete whose dedication, skill and sportsmanship have inspired others.
Masters' Athlete of the Year: Recognizing a standout masters' athlete whose dedication, skill and sportsmanship have inspired others.
Coach of the Year: Honoring a coach whose leadership and guidance have empowered athletes to reach their full potential both on and off the field.
Organization of the Year: Highlighting an organization that has made a significant impact through its programs, initiatives and community involvement.
High School Achievement Award: Commending a high school student who has demonstrated exceptional academic excellence , leadership or service
Outstanding Achievement Award: Celebrating an individual who has achieved remarkable success in their field or made significant contributions to society.
Dick Miller Waterman of the Year Award: Recognizing an individual who has shown outstanding dedication and commitment to the City of Long Beach and the environment.
Tom Shadden Citizen of the Year Award: Honoring an exemplary Citizen whose selfless actions and community involvement have made a positive difference in the lives of others.
2025 ANNUAL AWARDS
Athlete of the Year: Colin Geer
Athletes of the Decade: Hannes Daube, Chase Dodd, Ryder Dodd, Max Irving
Masters' Athlete of the Year: Brenna Knapp
Coach of the Year: Gavin Arroyo
High School Achievement: Lucas Jue
Organization of the Year: Long Beach Grunions
Outstanding Achievements: Kahakai Women's World championship Outrigger Canoe Team, Swim Long Beach Catalina Channel Tandem Relays, Ryan Spalding
Dick Miller Waterman of the Year: Scott Dixon
Tom Shadden Citizen of the Year: Scott Dixon
See photos of the Awards Ceremony here.

2024 ANNUAL AWARDS
Athlete of the Year: Hannes Daube
Masters' Athlete of the Year: Alex Koistich
Coach of the Year: Brenden Gruneisen, Lawrence Durand
High School Achievement: Cstherine Som de Ceff, Isabella Chen
Organization of the Year: Naples Island Swims
Outstanding Achievements: Maggie Twinem
Community Service: Mike Segerblom - Pacific Sailing Foundation
Dick Miller Waterman of the Year: Greg Shea
Tom Shadden Citizen of the Year: Kristina Duggan

2023 ANNUAL AWARDS
Male Athlete of the Year :Max Irving
Female Athlete of the Year: Maddie Focht
Coach of the Year: Ishmael Pluton
Tom Shadden Citizen of the Year: Lucy Johnson
Organization of the Year: (1) LBCC Foundation
Organization of the Year:(2) LBCC Athletic Dept
Outstanding Achievement: Todd Leutheuser
Community Service Award: Miller Foundation
Dick Miller Waterman of the Year: James Reinheimer
HS Outstanding Achievement: (1) Avari Wang
HS Outstanding Achievement: (2) Chelsea Yujin Park
HS Outstanding Achievement: (3) Maya O'Dea
Photos available here.














