Vote for 2026 Indiana Boys Swimmer of the Year

Carmel's Trent Allen repeats as state champion in 200 and 500 freestyle

Apr. 7, 2026 at 5:48pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements of swimmers in a high school swimming competition, with the water and foam broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of blue and white.A fan vote celebrates the top high school swimming talent in Indiana, with the state's best athletes vying for the prestigious title of boys swimmer of the year.Carmel Today

The 2026 IHSAA boys swimming season has concluded, and fans can now vote for the swimmer of the year in an online poll. All 32 athletes from this year's Central Indiana Super Team are nominated, including Carmel junior Trent Allen, who repeated as state champion in the 200 and 500 freestyle events.

Why it matters

The annual fan vote for boys swimmer of the year is a highly anticipated event that celebrates the top high school swimming talent in the state of Indiana. As one of the most competitive swimming states in the country, this poll shines a spotlight on the incredible athleticism and dedication of these young athletes.

The details

Trent Allen, a junior at Carmel High School, is the defending champion in both the 200 and 500 freestyle events after winning state titles in those races this past season. Other nominees include Qwinton Upshaw of Fishers High School, who finished 10th in the 100 breaststroke at state and helped his 200 freestyle relay team capture fourth place.

  • The 2026 IHSAA boys swimming season concluded in March.
  • Fans can vote for the swimmer of the year in an online poll that will close on Monday at noon.

The players

Trent Allen

A junior at Carmel High School and the defending state champion in the 200 and 500 freestyle events.

Qwinton Upshaw

A junior at Fishers High School who finished 10th in the 100 breaststroke at state and swam on the fourth-place 200 freestyle relay team.

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What’s next

The online fan poll will close on Monday at noon, and the winner will be announced shortly after.

The takeaway

This fan vote highlights the incredible depth of swimming talent in Indiana, with 32 talented athletes vying for the prestigious title of boys swimmer of the year.