Paragon Renews Sponsorship of ISHOF’s Paragon Awards

The International Swimming Hall of Fame today announced that Paragon Aquatics has renewed its sponsorship of the prestigious Paragon Awards, which have been presented annually by ISHOF and Paragon since 1996. The Paragon Awards recognize outstanding contributions to Swimming in the fields of Competitive Swimming, Water Polo, Competitive Diving, Aquatic Safety, Synchronized Swimming and Recreational Swimming.

The 2009 Paragon Awards will be presented on Saturday, May 9, at the International Swimming Hall of Fame, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, during the FINA ATT USA Diving Grand Prix.  Recipients will be announced early in 2009.

“Paragon is honored to be associated with the International Swimming Hall of Fame and to recognize leaders in the aquatic industry who play a prominent role in the promotion of swimming, “ said  Jim Drozdowski, of Paragon Aquatics. 

“The Paragon Awards annually recognize some of the most remarkable people in the swimming business,” said Bruce Wigo, ISHOF CEO.  “We are very pleased that Paragon has decided to continue presenting these invaluable recognition awards.”

Paragon Aquatics is a Division of Pentair Water Pool and Spa headquartered in LaGrangeville, NY.  Paragon has been a leading innovator, designer and manufacturer of swimming pool deck equipment, including competitive starting platforms, for over 50 years, and is a proud sponsor of the ISHOF “Paragon Awards” since 1996.

For information about the International Swimming Hall of Fame go to www.ishof.org or call 954-462-6536.