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.
Nicely put LBJ, obviously the time swimming in open water and not staring at a thin black line has kept your mind sharp. To reiterate a little the current system seems to be working, but should the need arise in the future, defining nationals will be the first step. Is this a showcase of top swimmers only or do you keep with the goal of masters swimming (inclusion of all). Once that decision is made, everything else will somewhat fall into place. If it is only for the elite, then tighten up the NQTs - if its for everyone, find more pool space or lengthen out the timeline in order to accomodate the masses, sounds simple enough.
Jeff
Nicely put LBJ, obviously the time swimming in open water and not staring at a thin black line has kept your mind sharp. To reiterate a little the current system seems to be working, but should the need arise in the future, defining nationals will be the first step. Is this a showcase of top swimmers only or do you keep with the goal of masters swimming (inclusion of all). Once that decision is made, everything else will somewhat fall into place. If it is only for the elite, then tighten up the NQTs - if its for everyone, find more pool space or lengthen out the timeline in order to accomodate the masses, sounds simple enough.
Jeff
