2019 USMS Summer Nationals—Update No. 2
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We are excited to welcome you to the
2019 USMS Summer National Championship
in three short weeks. The Island Groovin' Steel Drum Band will greet swimmers during registration on Tuesday afternoon and warm-up Friday and Saturday mornings. Enjoy the music to move your spirit and delight your soul!
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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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The sixth event will NOT be dropped, so swimmers will have the opportunity to swim all events entered.
All swimmers entered in events 200 meters and longer will need to check in online or at the pool starting Tuesday, August 6.
Visit the
meet information page
for details and deadlines for each event.
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Coaches 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
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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 Mission Viejo. They’ll be wearing bright neon T-shirts!
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- Registration: Prior to warm-ups or competition, all participants must register at the meet by signing an emergency card, safety information statement, and liability release. Registration will be held at the Marguerite Aquatic Center on Tuesday, August 6, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., and on all other days from 6 a.m. through the end of competition. At registration, swimmers will receive a meet packet, meet program, and goody bag.
- Swimmers or guests who purchased social tickets, VIP hospitality, or hotel shuttle passes can pick up these items at registration.
- Social: Join us Friday, August 9, for a BBQ dinner and entertainment at Lake Mission Viejo. A limited number of additional tickets will be available at the meet for $30.
- Volunteer opportunities: Several swimmers have expressed their interest in volunteering. We appreciate the offer and will do all we can to accommodate those who wish to assist in the meet. We will have a morning, mid-day, and late afternoon shift on all five days. Please contact mvnswimcoach@gmail.com ASAP if you are interested.
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Need Something at the Meet?
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Rules and Interpretations
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FINA specifications prohibit any zippers, ties, or any other fastener systems with the exception of a waist tie. No ties, zippers, or other fastener systems are permitted except for a waist tie that would come with a racing brief. Note that a racing brief does not necessarily have to be worn by just men, suits can come in two pieces and a female swimmer could wear a brief with a waist tie along with a top piece. Fastener systems would include anything added by the swimmer: ties, clips, etc.
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Please contact us if you have any questions.
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