ATHLETES OF THE YEAR Swim To Success The 2016 Sunshine State Games Athletes of the Year have enjoyed their success in the 48 water. One dives into the pool to swim short distances quickly and paces himself for long distances. The other makes precise movements above and below the water with teammates utilizing skillful breathing techniques and endurance. For the third straight year, Trevor McGovern, of the Gator Swim Club, turned in multiple gold-medal winning performances. At the 2016 SSG Championships, McGovern earned seven gold medals and a silver medal in 13-14 year old age group races ranging from sprinting in the 50 meter freestyle to long races in the 400 meter IM. He was also on the 400 meter relay team and tested his stamina in the 1500 meter freestyle where he earned his lone silver medal. Brianna Whitman, top left, and Trevor McGovern, bottom left, were honored as SSG 2016 Athletes of the Year at Florida Sports Day in Tallahassee, on April 20, 2017. Whitman is pictured with Rep. Loranne Ausley, of Tallahassee, and McGovern is pictured with Rep. Clovis Watson of Gainesville. BELOW: Jenn Figueroa is presented her 2015 Athlete of the Year plaque.
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