A Florida native had the distinction of being the fastest swimmer in the history of the world from the late 70s through the 80s. While at Auburn University, he was: 22 times an All-American selection; five times an individual NCAA champion; three times an NCAA Relay Champion; six times an SEC Individual Champion; and eight times an SEC Relay Champion. He is the holder of five SEC records and six Auburn records. He was selected one of the NCAA's five top scholar athletes in 1982 and became an Olympic Champion in the 1984 Olympic games at Los Angeles, where he won three gold medals and set world records in the 100 meter and 200 meter freestyles. He was chosen World Swimmer of the Year in 1980 and 1985.
