Tumino Named 2026 SUNYAC Men's Swimming Scholar Athlete of the Year

ERIE, Pa, - Penn State Behrend senior swimmer Anthony Tumino is the 2026 SUNYAC Men's Swimming and Diving Scholar Athlete of the Year. This award is nominated and voted on by the conference sports information directors. Recipients are at least a sophomore, hold a 3.30 GPA or higher and display academic and athletic excellence as a starter or significant reserve player.

Tumino won the 100 yard freestyle at the SUNYAC championships this year. He was second in the 50 yard freestyle and fourth in the 200 free races. He also swam on three winning relays, including the record-breaking 200 yard freestyle relay. Tumino helped the Lions capture the 2026 SUNYAC men's swimming and diving championship team title.

Tumino is a senior biology major with a 3.71 overall GPA. He is a member of Chi Alpha Sigma Honor Society and Tri Beta (Beta, Beta, Beta) Biological Honor Society. He is also a three-time All-Academic in the AMCC.