Has the Championship Committee, or other entity within USMS ever discussed having a more strict policy of enforcement in regards to the NQT's?
Why do we state that you must have 3 cuts, in order to swim more events? Why not require a swimmer to have 6 cuts in order to swim 6 events?
Just like to understand more from a historical point of view. I have read post that asked, or suggested how to control the size and length of the National meets. Would not having a stricter enforcement of this policy help? Or would it cause swimmers to shy away from these meets?
Just a curious thought.
Thank you.
To ya'll -
I appreciate Matt's summation of the view points and Paul's clarification on the "pro" NQT point of view.
From the sounds of it, our brilliant and wonderful leaders have mitigated this mine field well. Tall Paul, People are only allowed to swim three events they have not qualified for - effectively reducing the large volume of swimmers. Matt, by allowing three swims even if NQT is not met, the meet is inclusive of all people who would like to swim.
I doubt I have added anything much to this conversation, but I hope I have highlighted how well the rules fall between the two "camps".
:o
Now here comes my soap box: As a person on the cusp of SCY NQT's, they are a source of motivation for me to stay focused. Knowing that all of the people I swim with will never come close to NQT's, they still enjoy going to the meets - to marvel at those who can, gain motivation, and socialize - the very nature of USMS swimming.
Chris
To ya'll -
I appreciate Matt's summation of the view points and Paul's clarification on the "pro" NQT point of view.
From the sounds of it, our brilliant and wonderful leaders have mitigated this mine field well. Tall Paul, People are only allowed to swim three events they have not qualified for - effectively reducing the large volume of swimmers. Matt, by allowing three swims even if NQT is not met, the meet is inclusive of all people who would like to swim.
I doubt I have added anything much to this conversation, but I hope I have highlighted how well the rules fall between the two "camps".
:o
Now here comes my soap box: As a person on the cusp of SCY NQT's, they are a source of motivation for me to stay focused. Knowing that all of the people I swim with will never come close to NQT's, they still enjoy going to the meets - to marvel at those who can, gain motivation, and socialize - the very nature of USMS swimming.
Chris
