Twichell Named Open Water Swimmer of the Year

Courtesy: Mike LewisDURHAM, N.C. – Former Blue Devil standout Ashley Twichell was named USA Swimming’s Female Open Water Swimmer of the Year over the weekend at the United States Aquatic Convention in Dallas.

Twichell claimed the honor after capturing a pair of medals this summer at the FINA World Aquatic Championships in Budapest, Hungary. She won gold in the women’s 5-kilometer open water event and added a silver medal as a member of the United States’ 5K team relay. With the performances, Twichell became the first American athlete to capture four career FINA World Championships medals in open water swimming.

The Female Open Water Swimmer of the Year Award was the second for the Duke…