Colorado Springs, Colo. - The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is proud to announce Ben Brisman from Ithaca College wrestling and Liza Caldicott from women's crew as 2020 All-American Athlete Award recipients. This award recognizes Brisman's and Caldicott's athletic accomplishments and their dedication to strength and conditioning. Nominated by Coach Vic Brown, Brisman's and Caldicott's determination to improve in athletics while maintaining academic prominence is a great model for all student-athletes at Ithaca College.
 
"We are proud to have Vic Brown join the NSCA in its mission to safely improve athletic performance," says Eric McMahon, NSCA's Coaching Program Manager, "Supporting our student-athletes like Ben and Liza guarantees a stronger future for the NSCA."
 
Congratulations to Ben and Liza, and for an updated list of the All-American Athletes of the Year award, visit www.nsca.com.

"Liza is a hard worker inside and outside of the weight room. She does nothing but excel at everything she does and inspires others to do the same," said student assistant coach Brady Hoyt. "In the classroom, she gives just as much heart and enthusiasm, making her not only a great student, but making her classmates better and more empowered. She gives relentless commitment to her school and her team. A woman who truly embodies what it means to be a student athlete."

"Ben is a great standard for commitment and consistency. His success is due to repeated efforts day in and day out. Named to both the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) and Empire Collegiate Wrestling Conference (ECWC) All - Academic Teams, Ben excels on and off the mat. Persistent in pursuit of excellence, Ben became the wrestling programs 12th NCAA Individual National Champion," stated Brown.
 
Media Note: For additional information about the NSCA All-American Athlete of the Year visit www.nsca.com.

About the National Strength & Conditioning Association
 
The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is an international nonprofit professional association founded in 1978 and is dedicated to advancing the strength and conditioning profession around the world. The NSCA advances the profession by supporting strength and conditioning professionals devoted to helping others discover and maximize their strengths. The organization disseminates research-based knowledge and its practical application by offering industry-leading certifications, research journals, career development services, and continuing education opportunities. The NSCA community is composed of more than 45,000 members and certified professionals who further industry standards as researchers, educators, strength coaches, personal trainers, and other roles in related fields.

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colo., the NSCA serves as a valuable resource for its members, the fitness industry, general public, and the media. The association provides a wide variety of resources and opportunities designed to strengthen, build, advance, and unify.