Last updated on May 19th, 2022 at 12:08 pm Sometimes it is more effective to designate deck assignments by event rather than time or rotation. This pdf has the standard high school event list already included and uses the portrait orientation. The person setting the deck (at small meets, this is usually the referee) writes […]
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Last updated on October 31st, 2023 at 06:09 am When describing a DQ, or disqualification, swim officials are often called upon to “paint a picture” of what they saw. It is challenging to clearly describe some types of calls. Here’s one tip to help officials quickly and clearly describe the degree of “past vertical” without
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Last updated on May 19th, 2022 at 12:07 pm Sometimes it is more effective to designate deck assignments by event rather than time or rotation. This Excel workbook, with several worksheet options, helps organize and convey official deck assignments by event. It is easy to switch between worksheets using the tabs at the lower edge
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Last updated on January 19th, 2023 at 10:57 am Want to quickly get your swim meet officials on the same page with radio protocol? Try this one-page, quick, and easy-to-read outline. Note: I haven’t been able to locate the original creator of this great outline. If you know who made it, please pass along the
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Last updated on February 5th, 2024 at 03:45 pm Many encourage people with disabilities to take part in the sport of swimming. I love that people with a variety of abilities can enjoy the sport! Here are simple ways to help ease inclusion at swim meets. The following resources and information help officials and others
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Last updated on February 2nd, 2023 at 04:04 pm Can athletes get a concussion or other head injury at a swim meet? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. As a result, if you help to host or run swim meets you need to be informed and ready. Athletes, coaches, officials, parents, and others also need information. What
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Last updated on June 20th, 2023 at 09:50 am Swim meet officials have an important job to do. At some big meets, many people fill the same role. For example, there may be multiple deck referees, starters, chief judges, and administrative officials. Often, these roles are assigned in advance. All must come together in a
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Last updated on June 20th, 2023 at 09:48 am Some large, or championship, swim meets use multiple Deck Referees and Starters. As a result, it’s important to get them all “on the same page” about the specific practices and protocols used at the meet. Here is one way of doing this. The meet referee emailed
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Last updated on December 11th, 2023 at 11:41 am The Key Times List is a simple, but effective tool. It helps communicate vital information at a swim meet. Many are familiar with the swim meet “timeline” or Sessions Report generated from Meet Manager software. Among other things, this report lists the estimated start time of each event
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Last updated on July 13th, 2022 at 11:56 am Swim meet protests: Some officials and coaches shiver at the thought. It can be scary for a coach to do. It can also be intimidating for an official when a call, or another official decision is protested. This is especially true if s/he isn’t sure how
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Last updated on May 18th, 2022 at 07:52 pm This one-page list gives a standard protocol and jurisdiction often used at local short course yards (SCY) swim meets. Useful for Stroke and Turn Judges, Chief Judges, and Referees. This version is quick and easy to print and share. Please ensure compliance with current rules before
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Last updated on May 18th, 2022 at 07:51 pm This one-page list gives a standard protocol and jurisdiction often used at local short course yards (SCY) swim meets. Useful for Stroke and Turn Judges, Chief Judges, and Referees. This version is easy to edit. Please ensure compliance with current rules before use. Click for mobile-friendly
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