Carissa became the first surfer and first Hawaiian to receive the honor of top athlete of the year.
Biles became the fourth gymnast to receive the honor of top athlete of the year, while Dressel became the 11th swimmer to take home the title.
Ionescu became the seventh basketball player to take home this award, while Lee became the fifth wrestler to be named the top athlete.
Phelps was the only man to win five U.S. National titles at the same championships.