Kenyon College Athletics

A backstroke specialist, Estevão de Ávila was a five-time individual national champion. He won two NCAA titles in the 100-yard backstroke (1999, 2001) and three straight titles in the 200-yard backstroke (1999, 2000, 2001). He was equally as impressive in relays, winning 10 NCAA titles to bring his overall career count to 15, a total tied for eighth best in program history. In three years with the team, he was a 21-time All-American, set program records in both backstroke distances, and was named the team's 2000 Daniel G. Ray Memorial Trophy winner, presented to the swimmer chosen by his teammates and coach as the most valuable member of the squad.