How many people form USMS go to compete at masters worlds? I found qualifying times, but nothing above and beyond that. Can anyone give me more info. Also, is there any sort of sponsorship or is it if you want to go you have to pay your own way. Anyone know who is hosting this year (2005)? Thanks!
The FINA Masters World Championships is held ever two years. In 2004, Riccione had 8130 competitors entered with 6306 swimmers entered and 258 from the US. There were 1082 entries for the Open Water swim with 55 from the US. Also, there were 248 water polo players, 306 synchro swimmers, and 227 divers. The next World Championships is in 2006 at Stanford University in California. The Host country usually has the most competitors so a lot more USMS people will attend in 2006.
There are a few sponsorships around, but you must have the right connections to find these. Some clubs also help their members out with expenses.
There is also a 2005 World Masters Games in Edmonton, Canada. See www.2005worldmasters.com
The FINA Masters World Championships is held ever two years. In 2004, Riccione had 8130 competitors entered with 6306 swimmers entered and 258 from the US. There were 1082 entries for the Open Water swim with 55 from the US. Also, there were 248 water polo players, 306 synchro swimmers, and 227 divers. The next World Championships is in 2006 at Stanford University in California. The Host country usually has the most competitors so a lot more USMS people will attend in 2006.
There are a few sponsorships around, but you must have the right connections to find these. Some clubs also help their members out with expenses.
There is also a 2005 World Masters Games in Edmonton, Canada. See www.2005worldmasters.com
