In Memory Of Lacy Anderson (Andy) Craver

April 1, 1977 – January 14, 1990

Andy Craver was a member of the Winston-Salem YMCA (WSY) swim team prior to his tragic death in January of 1990.  His hard work, effort, and determination resulted in a Top 16 time in the 100 Fly.  Andy is remembered fondly by all those who knew him, especially the many friends he made while participating in the sport of swimming.  As a testimony to Andy’s exemplary attitude toward swimming, the TYDE swim team, (formerly WSY), through North Carolina Swimming, gives an award each year that bears his name, the Andy Craver Determination Award.

Award Criteria

The purpose of this award is to recognize a NCS male or female age group swimmer who during the previous short or long course season, in the opinion of the selection committee, best demonstrated determination and dedication to the sport of swimming by:

·        Overcoming personal and/or physical obstacles, and thus providing a positive example;

·        Demonstrating a positive work ethic and a high level of self-motivation; and

·        Demonstrating a positive attitude toward peers, coaches, and swimming in general.

Nominating Process

Nominations are due in writing in the form of a letter of recommendation and must be received by September 15, 2024.  Nominations may be received by email, snail mail or fax using the information below:

TYDE Swim Team (C/O Pietro Deriu)

coachpietro@swimtyde.org

775 West End Blvd

Winston-Salem, NC  27101

Congratulations to our NCS Athletes who earned their names on the JR PAN PAC rosters traveling to Canberra, Australia. Athletes qualified based on results from the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Swimming, presented by Lilly. NCS will be cheering on these athletes competing at the 2024 JR PAN PACS meet August 21-24, 2024. NCS athletes Representing TEAM USA Eliza Wallace (MSA), Elle Scott (SwimMAC), Norvy Clontz (MSA), Jordan Willis (SwimMAC). NCS athlete Representing TEAM Canada Reina Liu (TAC Titans). #WEARENCS