People Swim Meet Directors Secretly Hate
This post is dedicated to my husband who recently acted as meet director for his 16th major meet and is already knee deep in planning the next one. This is also dedicated to my friends from other teams who have taken on this noble role. If you are not familiar with what a meet director […]
What Makes a Pool Fast?
Today I’d like to discuss exactly what people mean when they call a pool “fast”. I’m sure you’ve heard people talk about some pools being good or fast while other pools are to be dreaded. So what is it that makes some pools more desirable than others, and do they actually make swimmers go faster? Everyone take […]
25 Things Non Swim Parents …Just Don’t Understand
Swim parents are a special group of people who face unique challenges that only they can fully understand and appreciate. It takes a hearty soul to endure these struggles! Trying to decide what to wear to a meet when you know you have to drive 2 hours through a blizzard, only to then sit in […]
How to Read Swim Meet Heat Sheets & Psych Sheets
Today I’d like to discuss heat sheets and psych sheets. As with all new things they can be a little confusing at first, but used properly they will help guide you through your day at a big swim meet. These handy little meet programs are typically sold at the door for a few dollars. Some […]
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