After years of competitive diving at a high school and college level, Joelle Williams, a sophomore diver at Marshall University, is awarded the Diversity in Aquatics Ken Roland Aquatic Professional Award.
“Thank you to every single person who took the time to vote for me—many of you, more than once! To even have been considered for this award—recognized as a person of color who sets a standard for mankind with their commitment to aquatics—is humbling,” Williams posted on Instagram.
Founded by Shaun Anderson and Jayson Jackson in 2010, Diversity in Aquatics is a volunteer-led member organization that illuminates and supports underrepresented populations by educating, promoting and supporting aquatics.