Paralympic Swimming · 2006–2014
The Competitor
From her international debut to her final race—anchoring a Paralympic relay in London—Anna's athletic career was defined by versatility, tactical brilliance, and an unrelenting drive to compete at the highest level.
Paralympic Classifications
Anna competed in the S10, SB9, and SM10 classifications—designated by the International Paralympic Committee for athletes with the mildest forms of physical impairment. The S10 division is one of the most competitive in Paralympic swimming, with athletes frequently posting times that rival elite able-bodied competitors.
Career Highlights
The defining moments of a decade of elite competition
International Debut
Durban, South Africa
Won 4 medals including Gold in the 100m Butterfly at her international debut — the IPC World Championships.
Paralympic Gold
Beijing, China
Captured Gold in the 100m Butterfly S10 with a time of 1:09.26, setting a new American Record at the Paralympic Games.
Paralympic Silver
London, UK
Anchored the 4x100m Freestyle Relay, diving in with the USA in 3rd and touching the wall in 2nd to secure Silver.
Collegiate Excellence
Gustavus Adolphus College
Specialized in the grueling 1,650-yard freestyle while maintaining a 3.8+ GPA. Helped the team win 3 consecutive MIAC titles.
International Medal Record
Complete chronicle of international medal achievements
| Year | Event | Competition | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 100m Butterfly S10 | IPC World Championships (Durban, South Africa) | Gold | International debut — 4 medals |
| 2006 | 400m Freestyle S10 | IPC World Championships (Durban, South Africa) | Silver | — |
| 2006 | 50m Freestyle S10 | IPC World Championships (Durban, South Africa) | Bronze | — |
| 2006 | 100m Freestyle S10 | IPC World Championships (Durban, South Africa) | Bronze | — |
| 2008 | 100m Butterfly S10 | Paralympic Games (Beijing, China) | Gold | American Record: 1:09.26 |
| 2008 | 100m Freestyle S10 | Paralympic Games (Beijing, China) | Bronze | — |
| 2010 | 4x100m Freestyle Relay (34pts) | IPC World Championships (Eindhoven, Netherlands) | Gold | — |
| 2010 | 4x100m Medley Relay (34pts) | IPC World Championships (Eindhoven, Netherlands) | Gold | — |
| 2010 | 100m Butterfly S10 | IPC World Championships (Eindhoven, Netherlands) | Bronze | — |
| 2011 | 4x100m Medley Relay | Para PanPac Games | Gold | Team Captain, USA |
| 2011 | 100m Butterfly S10 | Para PanPac Games | Silver | — |
| 2012 | 4x100m Freestyle Relay (34pts) | Paralympic Games (London, UK) | Silver | Anchor leg; advanced team from 3rd to 2nd |
| 2014 | 100m Freestyle | Spring Nationals / CanAms | Silver | — |
| 2014 | 50m Freestyle | Spring Nationals / CanAms | Silver | — |
100m Butterfly S10
IPC World Championships — Durban, South Africa
International debut — 4 medals
400m Freestyle S10
IPC World Championships — Durban, South Africa
50m Freestyle S10
IPC World Championships — Durban, South Africa
100m Freestyle S10
IPC World Championships — Durban, South Africa
100m Butterfly S10
Paralympic Games — Beijing, China
American Record: 1:09.26
100m Freestyle S10
Paralympic Games — Beijing, China
4x100m Freestyle Relay (34pts)
IPC World Championships — Eindhoven, Netherlands
4x100m Medley Relay (34pts)
IPC World Championships — Eindhoven, Netherlands
100m Butterfly S10
IPC World Championships — Eindhoven, Netherlands
4x100m Medley Relay
Para PanPac Games
Team Captain, USA
100m Butterfly S10
Para PanPac Games
4x100m Freestyle Relay (34pts)
Paralympic Games — London, UK
Anchor leg; advanced team from 3rd to 2nd
100m Freestyle
Spring Nationals / CanAms
50m Freestyle
Spring Nationals / CanAms