2019 USMS Summer Nationals—Update No. 4
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The big week is finally here! The 2019 USMS Summer National Championship is made possible with the dedication and support of our local meet committee and volunteers, the City of Mission Viejo, local businesses, and our partners . We look forward to welcoming you in Mission Viejo!
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.

Heat sheets for preseeded events, psych sheets for events 200 meters and longer, and an estimated timeline can now be found on the event page . A ll events 200 meters and longer will require positive check-in , which is available now.
What to Do When You Arrive
Upon on your arrival at the Marguerite Aquatic Center and prior to entering the warm-up or competition pools, 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 (unless you opted out during meet entry), and goody bag. Swimmers or guests who purchased social tickets, VIP hospitality, or hotel shuttle passes can pick up these items at registration.
Event Check-In
Please keep in mind that registering when you arrive at the pool does NOT check you in for deck-seeded events (all individual event 200 meters and longer). This is an additional step and can be done online now or at the check-in table starting at 3 p.m. Tuesday. Here are check-in open and close times for each event:
Three-time Olympic gold medalist Anthony Ervin will be at the FINIS booth signing autographs and copies of his memoir " Chasing Water: Elegy of an Olympian " on Friday from approximately 1 - 2 p.m. Anthony is also entered in the 50 freestyle (Thursday), 100 freestyle (Friday), and 50 butterfly (Sunday). Be sure to cheer him on!
Golden Road Beer Garden & Happy Hour
Masters swimmers are well known for racing fast AND having fun! Visit the Golden Road beer garden in the partner village starting at noon on Thursday through Sunday to enjoy a cold one while socializing with your teammates and fellow competitors post-race.

Golden Road Brewing is also hosting a happy hour for all 2019 USMS Summer Nationals swimmers and guests at Santora's Pizza Subs & Wings ( 28251 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 ) on Saturday from 4 - 8 p.m. Hope to see you there!
Reminders and Things to Know
  • 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.
  • Competition will start at 7:30 a.m. each day. Warm-up in the competition pool will be from 6:00 a.m. to 7:20 a.m. The meet information contains additional warm-up procedures to note.
  • Relay entry is open now. The deadline to enter relays in 3 p.m. the day before the relay is scheduled. Visit the relay information page for more details.
  • Team banners may be placed above the bleachers on the fenced area. Zip ties work best to secure banners. Please do not use tape.
  • Ready to roll? The USMS Sports Medicine and Science Committee will be providing foam rollers near the dive well, so there's no need for you to schlep your foam roller to the pool. Trained professionals will be available to show you how foam rolling can help improve postural alignment and performance while helping to prevent injuries.
  • Visit the Important Updates page for seeding decisions, split notification information, rules interpretations, emails #1, #2, and #3, and more.
Need Something at the Meet?
Check out the  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.
Please contact us if you have any questions.

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