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.
Greetings,
I think we are all starting to get "sucked" in. I don't know of anyone cheating the NQT's. I don't think there are any to tell you the truth. I hope to reiterate that NQT's are a good thing. However there is a need to make some adjustments.
For Ion, couple of points to ponder.
However, the fact is that most USMS programs do neglect the specialized preparation for swimming competitions when they cather to the 'stay in shape' uncompetitive masses, and the fact is that adult starters in swimming -like me- have less physiological potential to make NQTs than the early starters.
I believe a possible solution is to find either another club/team or some very dedicated swimmers to workout on your own.
My 1000 free at the 2003 Short Course Nationals was a quality 'B' time for me, but still got me a #14 ranking.
I did not think that they were "A" or "B" times for USMS. But this would be a good addition to the NQT's.:D
I think we need to table this discussion for the Convention.
Thanks,
CJ
Southwest Ohio Masters
OHIO LMSC Secretary
Greetings,
I think we are all starting to get "sucked" in. I don't know of anyone cheating the NQT's. I don't think there are any to tell you the truth. I hope to reiterate that NQT's are a good thing. However there is a need to make some adjustments.
For Ion, couple of points to ponder.
However, the fact is that most USMS programs do neglect the specialized preparation for swimming competitions when they cather to the 'stay in shape' uncompetitive masses, and the fact is that adult starters in swimming -like me- have less physiological potential to make NQTs than the early starters.
I believe a possible solution is to find either another club/team or some very dedicated swimmers to workout on your own.
My 1000 free at the 2003 Short Course Nationals was a quality 'B' time for me, but still got me a #14 ranking.
I did not think that they were "A" or "B" times for USMS. But this would be a good addition to the NQT's.:D
I think we need to table this discussion for the Convention.
Thanks,
CJ
Southwest Ohio Masters
OHIO LMSC Secretary
