Your opportunity for greatness is just around the corner! The 2019 U.S. Masters Swimming Spring National Championship is just 15 days away. It’s going to be a great event packed with a high-energy atmosphere and tremendous swims. Please be sure to read through the email updates and check the USMS website frequently for important updates. The estimated timeline is now available.
Meet Information
The USMS website is the location for all official information regarding Spring Nationals, including live coverage of the event.Remember to tell your friends, family, and teammates to follow along.
Plan on entering some relays at the meet? We hope so, as they’re a ton of fun! Get the complete scoop on eligibility, payment, and deadlines on our Relay Information Page.
Relay entries will open on April 19.
Coaches: The meet roster can be filtered to help build your relays.
Coaches
Social
USMS-designated coaches are invited to join us for a social gathering in the Mesa Cantina area on Friday, April 26, from 4:30-6 p.m. Light food and drink coupons are included. Let us know if you will join us. Attendees will have a chance to win a Colorado Time Systems digital pace clock and more! Must be present to win.
Hospitality
Coaches of participating clubs may be eligible for hospitality passes based on the number of participants their club has in the meet. In order for coaches to be eligible, they must be current USMS-certified coaches and members in good standing of USMS. Coaches’ hospitality will be in the VIP Hospitality area. Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments will be served during competition days. More information is available in the USMS National Championship Coaches Hospitality Policy.
On-Deck Coaches
Volunteer coaches are needed on deck during warm-up periods to help swimmers with starts, pace times, directions, and general information. On-deck coaches can register now.
A free T-shirt and hospitality pass will be provided on the day(s) coaches volunteer.
Swimmers: If you’re traveling without a coach and have questions, look for our friendly volunteer on-deck coaches in Mesa. They’ll be wearing bright neon T-shirts!
Capt. Ransom J. Arthur M.D. Award Presentation
Don’t miss the ceremony honoring the 2019 Capt. Ransom J. Arthur M.D. Award recipient, which will take place on the pool deck during Saturday’s 30-minute break after the women’s 500 freestyle. The RJA award, honoring USMS’s founding member, is USMS’s most prestigious award and is given annually to a volunteer who’s made significant contributions to the goals and objectives of Masters Swimming. All recipients have made outstanding contributions at the national, regional, and local levels through accomplishments that benefit and enhance USMS programs.
Need Something at the Meet?
Check out the USMS Partner Villagefor the latest racing gear and your favorite swim products, plus interactive games, fun prizes, and swag.
