Northern Arizona's Andy Johns wins the 2024 WAC Women's Swimming Coach of the Year, while Nikki Kelsey receives the 2024 WAC Women's Diving Coach of the Year. Sophomore diver Mackenna Stocker is named the 2024 WAC Women's Diver of the Year following the team's 11th consecutive WAC Conference Championship win. Stocker set a new school record in platform diving and led the team to victory at the conference championship. Head Coach Johns guided NAU to multiple gold medals in individual and relay events at the conference meet.

The Big Picture

The recognition of Andy Johns and Nikki Kelsey, along with Mackenna Stocker's success, highlights the dominance of Northern Arizona University in women's swimming and diving within the WAC.

By the Numbers
  • Andy Johns: 9 WAC Coach of the Year awards since 2005
  • Nikki Kelsey: 10 WAC Coach of the Year awards
  • Mackenna Stocker set a school record in platform diving with 278.50 points
State of Play
  • Andy Johns and Nikki Kelsey have been with the Lumberjacks for 28 seasons
  • Mackenna Stocker achieved silver in 3-meter diving with 306.30 points
  • Several divers from the team have qualified for the NCAA Diving Zone E Championships
What's Next

Kelsey will lead qualified divers in the upcoming NCAA Diving Zone E Championships, showcasing NAU's continued presence in competitive diving events.

Bottom Line

Johns, Kelsey, and Stocker's accolades underscore NAU's exceptional performance in women's swimming and diving, cementing their legacy within the WAC and setting a high standard for future seasons.