I just want to express my sincere condolences to all swimmers who had inadmissible TT times through no fault of their own.
Canada has to follow their own rules. ... Are the new rules published when enacted and when did they become effective? Is the potential affect and cost of the rule also published? I don't recall ever reveiving notification and I don't have time to read the minutes every year.
I also regret that the times didn't count for USMS (they are still submitted to FINA though), but I disagree with one part of Allen's statement. When they choose to participate in an unsanctioned meet, swimmers bear some measure of responsibility if they want to be sure their times are going to count for USMS Top 10. That includes knowledge of the Rule Book, which is updated every year.
Yes, Canada has its own rules...and USMS likewise can't be expected to take full responsibility for meets that are not sanctioned by USMS. That doesn't mean the times can't count for USMS purposes if you do due diligence:
2012 Canadian Nationals in Kelowna, B.C. - U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums
If you don't have time to stay on top of things -- we are all busy -- then I would suggest sticking to sanctioned meets. Nothing is foolproof (mistakes can happen, pools can be too short) but your chances are significantly better.
I just want to express my sincere condolences to all swimmers who had inadmissible TT times through no fault of their own.
Canada has to follow their own rules. ... Are the new rules published when enacted and when did they become effective? Is the potential affect and cost of the rule also published? I don't recall ever reveiving notification and I don't have time to read the minutes every year.
I also regret that the times didn't count for USMS (they are still submitted to FINA though), but I disagree with one part of Allen's statement. When they choose to participate in an unsanctioned meet, swimmers bear some measure of responsibility if they want to be sure their times are going to count for USMS Top 10. That includes knowledge of the Rule Book, which is updated every year.
Yes, Canada has its own rules...and USMS likewise can't be expected to take full responsibility for meets that are not sanctioned by USMS. That doesn't mean the times can't count for USMS purposes if you do due diligence:
2012 Canadian Nationals in Kelowna, B.C. - U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums
If you don't have time to stay on top of things -- we are all busy -- then I would suggest sticking to sanctioned meets. Nothing is foolproof (mistakes can happen, pools can be too short) but your chances are significantly better.
