California Athletics Hall of Fame
Sarah Anderson was one of the best mid-to-long distance swimmers in California history. She established school records for the 1,650-yard (16:10.33 in 1988) and 1,000-yard (9:46.08 in 1991) freestyle events. In addition, the 21-time All-American ranks among the fastest times in the 200 and 500 freestyle events in Cal history. She placed in the top three at the NCAA meet four times, finishing third in the 1650 in 1988, second in the 200 free in 1991 and third in both the 1650 free and 500 free in ’91. Anderson was voted Pac-10 Swimmer of the Year in 1989 when she claimed conference crowns in the 200, 500 and 1650 freestyle races. She also earned national and Pac-10 All-Academic honors as a senior.
