2019 USMS Summer Nationals—Update No. 3
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Start the countdown: There are only two weeks until the
2019 USMS Summer National Championship
in sunny Mission Viejo! Please be sure to carefully review all pre-event details to ensure a wonderful experience.
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Meet Information
The
2019 USMS Summer Nationals page
is the location for all official information, including results and live coverage of the event. Remember to tell your friends, family, and teammates to follow along. The
Facebook event page is
another source of information and can be used to connect with your fellow swimmers.
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Toyota VIP Parking
To celebrate our new partnership with Toyota, we're offering VIP Parking for lucky Toyota, Lexus, or Scion drivers. To apply, send a picture of your Toyota, Lexus, or Scion at your local pool to
events@usmastersswimming.org
by Tuesday, July 30.
General Parking and Shuttle
Parking is very limited at Marguerite Aquatic Center and along Marguerite Parkway. Swimmers and spectators are encouraged to utilize the free shuttle from off-site parking at Mission Viejo High School Lot #5 (
25025 Chrisanta Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691, corner of Cortina Drive and Chrisanta Drive). The shuttle will run continuously (approximately 20-minute loops) between 6:00 a.m. until the end of each session.
Hotel Shuttle
The hotel shuttle will be available starting Tuesday, August 6, at 2:30 p.m. The schedule will be followed as closely as possible, especially in the morning hours. Stops at hotels will be brief and will leave based on the scheduled times. It is ultimately the responsibility of the swimmer to get to the pool well before their event(s). The hotel shuttle is provided as a courtesy to swimmers who have paid for the service.
Departure times from the pool and hotels are available on the event page
and will be posted at the pool and each
hotel the shuttle services
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Action Photography
Zoom Photography will be offering professional action photography to athletes who register to be photographed. Photos are only taken of swimmers who are registered with Zoom, so you must register before your race to be included. Visit the Zoom booth in the
Partner Village
in Mission Viejo, or
register online
prior to 5 p.m. Pacific time on Tuesday, August 6.
Media
We want you to enjoy your time with friends and teammates at Nationals, and that includes taking photos and video for your personal, club, and social media use. However, if you’re planning on photographing, videoing, or conducting interviews with participants for any media outlet or commercial entity, please fill out our
Media Pass Request
and email
publications@usmastersswimming.org
if you have additional questions.
Please note: Cameras and recording devices in the pool and drones are prohibited at the event, except use by preauthorized USMS staff or contractors.
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Cafe Nadadores will be open starting Wednesday, August 7. A full menu will be available, which includes breakfast, lunch, drinks, and assorted healthy snacks from 6:00 a.m. to the end of each session. Be sure to stop by and enjoy all the great food!
VIP Hospitality passes for those who pre-purchased will be in meet packets at registration. A limited number will be available for $100 at registration if you missed out. Breakfast, lunch, drinks, and snacks will be provided throughout the meet.
Remember to stay hydrated! Reusable bottles will be provided at registration to reduce waste.
INFINIT Race Day Blend
and water filling stations will be available on-deck.
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Temperatures in Mission Viejo in August average highs up to 90 degrees and night lows around 65 degrees
with low humidity. A marine layer is typical for mornings with sunshine prevalent most afternoons. If you are planning a trip to the beach, temperatures near the coast are often 10 to 15 degrees lower. Pack layers, hats, and plenty of
TropicSport
sunscreen. Shade will be available under the main bleachers (first come, first served).
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- Visit our recovery center during the meet. We are pleased to offer Stretchlabs, massage, chiropractic, and acupuncture services. Time slots will fill quickly -- make your appointment online today.
- FINIS backstroke wedges will be available for each backstroke event. Check out this instructional video or stop by the FINIS booth in the Partner Village to learn more.
- Volunteers are still welcome! We will have a morning, midday, and late afternoon shift on all five days. Please contact mvnswimcoach@gmail.com ASAP if you are interested.
- Safety first! USMS rules require swimmers to "enter the pool feet first in a cautious and controlled manner." This rule is for your protection, and we plan to enforce it during during all warm-up sessions. Equipment including hand paddles, kickboards, pull buoys, and fins are not allowed during warm-ups. Thank you for your cooperation in making this a safe championship environment.
- Visit the Updates page for seeding decisions and more important information.
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Need Something at the Meet?
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Check out the
USMS Partner Village
for the latest racing gear and your favorite swim products, plus interactive games, fun prizes, and swag.
Event merchandise from Greenlayer, including presale items, can also be found in the Partner Village.
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Please contact us if you have any questions.
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