Established in 2004, the Doc Counsilman Science & Technology Award acknowledges a coach who makes use of scientific strategies and gear as an integral a part of their teaching strategies or has created modern methods to make use of sport science.
Petersen stands out for his modern use of sport science, having carried out biomechanical evaluation and motion-capture know-how that helps optimize efficiency, cut back harm threat and maximize athlete improvement whereas partnered with USA Track & Field Regional Sport Scientist Dr. Harper Stewart.
Petersen, in his fifteenth season with UF monitor & discipline, is without doubt one of the nation’s premier jumps coaches. He has coached 21 NCAA champions in leaping occasions throughout his time at Florida and has twice been named National Assistant Coach of the Year within the final three seasons. On the worldwide stage, he guided Jasmine Moore to 2 bronze medals on the Olympic Games Paris 2024 within the lengthy soar and triple soar, marking the primary time an American lady earned an Olympic medal within the triple soar. In 2025, Petersen coached Claire Bryant to a world indoor championship title within the lengthy soar with a personal-best 6.96 meters earlier than she added a fifth-place end on the world outside championships in Tokyo, whereas Malcolm Clemons captured the NCAA outside title within the lengthy soar.
“Behind every Team USA athlete is a dedicated network of coaches, support staff and National Governing Body partners whose leadership, expertise and commitment help drive success at every level of sport,” mentioned Rocky Harris, chief of sport and athlete companies on the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee. “The USOPC’s partnerships with National Governing Bodies are essential to creating high-performance environments that allow athletes to thrive both on and off the field of play. From developing the next generation of athletes to supporting podium performances on the world stage, these individuals and organizations play a vital role in strengthening Team USA and the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. We are proud to recognize this year’s award winners for their incredible impact and continued pursuit of excellence on and off the field of play.”
National Governing Bodies nominated their 2025 coaches as a part of the USOPC Coach of the Year Recognition Program, with winners chosen by a USOPC panel. The program acknowledges and celebrates the work of excellent coaches and assist suppliers who make a major affect inside their sport and National Governing Body all year long.
Dr. James Edward “Doc” Counsilman was a legendary swimming coach, analysis and innovator who started his skilled profession at SUNY Cortland as a bodily educator and swim coach. He constructed Indiana University’s swimming program right into a dynasty whereas making his mark on the worldwide stage as an Olympic coach in 1964 and 1976, successful a mixed 21 gold medals throughout each Games. He targeted on the science of swimming, learning mechanics of the game to jot down “The Science of Swimming,” a spotlight of swimming instruction across the nation.