Last updated on November 1st, 2023 at 08:56 am The dilemma: As swim meet officials and administrative people we are obligated to follow the rules in our decision-making process. However, not all situations faced have a correct resolution clearly spelled out in the rules. Some issues are not clearly legal or clearly not legal; clearly “white” or clearly “black.” This […]
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Last updated on May 19th, 2022 at 12:02 pm Do you belong to a meet host organization that runs swim meets? Creating a Seasonal Swim Meet Prep Plan at the beginning of the season helps. It takes a lot of people to run a successful swim meet. However, there are usually a few key leaders
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Last updated on November 1st, 2023 at 08:56 am I had an “Aha!” experience many years ago at a weekend training for new swim meet referees. There, highly-experienced and excellent referees taught us. As we discussed various situations, decision-making, and correct resolutions, I realized I didn’t fully understand the foundational principles they were using to make
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Last updated on July 13th, 2022 at 11:23 am Looking for some lists to help you run a simple, no-frills swim meet? Below you’ll find some simplified resources used in connection with non-championship high school swim meets. They are also suitable for “Summer League” and other developmental meets. Perhaps you want to do awards, hospitality,
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Last updated on June 23rd, 2022 at 05:55 pm Question: Is there a right or best way to run a swim meet? My answer is: Not really. First and foremost, the meet must be safe. It must also conform to the governing body’s rules and regulations. These are two “must haves.” However, once the meet
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Last updated on September 1st, 2023 at 05:44 pm Not all meets will require or use all the forms and reports shown here. Some meets may use forms not included. But this basic list can help to provide a “Bird’s-Eye” view of possible needs. More importantly, it can also serve to guide a pre-meet discussion
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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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Last updated on February 28th, 2023 at 11:49 am Rookie and veteran meet directors can benefit from using a Swim Meet To Do List, or meet prep plan. Think about it, a list of pretty much everything needed to host a great swim meet. Sound too good to be true? HostGreatMeets.com is the home to
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Last updated on February 10th, 2023 at 03:40 pm The size and scope of swim meets vary greatly. They can range from a small intrasquad meet with a few swimmers to large championship meets. Of course, there will be differences because of the size and type of meet. However, here are six basic principles, tips
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