A variety of posts from different categories designed to help anyone organize a swim meet.
Last updated on September 8th, 2023 at 10:11 am Why have a list of swim meet worker job titles and descriptions? Aren’t timers the only volunteers you need to run a swim meet? Many meets seem to run on this idea. As important as they are, it takes more than timers to run even the […]
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Last updated on April 24th, 2023 at 03:49 pm Most people would likely agree that safety at swim meets is important. It’s a high priority for governing bodies like USA Swimming as well as parents, coaches, officials, and pool owners. However, it’s one thing to agree that safety is important, and another to actually improve it.
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Last updated on April 28th, 2023 at 04:31 pm Swim meet automatic timing systems are great, but getting an operator who knows how to run it is vital. One important step in running the console is remembering what to press, and when. The fast past of a meet adds an extra challenge. Fortunately, Linda Eaton
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Last updated on March 20th, 2024 at 04:25 pm A question often asked by new meet directors is “How do I know which events to schedule at our swim meet?” This series helps meet directors put together an effective swim meet event list. This post helps those newer to swim meet hosting find local resources
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Last updated on April 17th, 2023 at 04:41 pm I recently spoke with club leaders from two different teams who would like to host swim meets. I asked about their initial concerns. Both began with, “How do I get officials?” This is a challenge for many swim teams. It’s especially daunting for teams that have
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Last updated on November 11th, 2023 at 04:03 pm This basic setup and cleanup list for swim meets can aid delegation by helping others know what to do. It also helps make sure nothing “slips through the cracks.” As local situations vary greatly, modify as needed to make it work for you. For more, see Swim
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Last updated on May 17th, 2022 at 09:10 pm Looking for a list of equipment you might need at a swim meet? Start here. Then, because local conditions vary greatly, add or delete items as needed. For more, see Swim Meet Equipment and Supplies Overview. Swim Meet Equipment List Swim Meet Timing Equipment and Electronics
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Swimmers count on swim meet hosts and officials to understand and abide by the rules and regulations of governing bodies. Find out why!
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