We are thrilled to celebrate an incredible honor for Coach Anna Abakumova, who has been named one of the 2025 Top 25 Age Group Coaches of the Year in the Small Team category by the American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA) and Fitter & Faster.
This national recognition places Coach Anna among an elite group of coaches across the country who are making a measurable impact on the development of young swimmers. The results were based on a comprehensive dataset provided by USA Swimming’s data scientists, tracking swimmers ages 10–14 who achieved qualifying time standards during the 2024 Long Course and 2024–25 Short Course seasons. Coaches of record for these athletes were identified and used to determine the 2025 Top Age Group Coach lists.
Coach Anna’s inclusion on this prestigious list highlights her exceptional commitment to athlete development, skill progression, and long-term success in the sport. Her leadership continues to inspire not only her swimmers but the broader swim community.
What’s Next?
ASCA and Fitter & Faster will announce the Top 5 finalists for each team size category on July 16, 2025. The winners of the Fitter & Faster ASCA Age Group Coach of the Year (one per category: small, medium, and large teams) will be revealed on September 2, 2025, during the opening night of the 2025 ASCA World Clinic at the Peppermill Reno Resort in Reno, Nevada. Finalists will be introduced and honored during the event.
You can learn more about the ASCA World Clinic and the upcoming awards presentation at www.ascaworldclinic.com.