If we are independent, why are we not allowed to compete in the full body suits?
We are not allowed to compete in full body suits because our own rulebook restricts their use. From Jan 1 - May 30, 2010 we did allow the use of full body suits when they were banned elsewhere. That is because the organization permitted their use to finish out the SCY season. It would be technically possible for a USMS rules change proposal to allow their use again even if they are banned elsewhere. I am not a fan of this idea, I'm just answering your question.
If we are independent, ...why was Lance not allowed to swim at Zones?
As has been previously reported, it was because we are a member of FINA and FINA banned his eligibility to compete.
If we are independent, why are we not allowed to compete in the full body suits?
We are not allowed to compete in full body suits because our own rulebook restricts their use. From Jan 1 - May 30, 2010 we did allow the use of full body suits when they were banned elsewhere. That is because the organization permitted their use to finish out the SCY season. It would be technically possible for a USMS rules change proposal to allow their use again even if they are banned elsewhere. I am not a fan of this idea, I'm just answering your question.
If we are independent, ...why was Lance not allowed to swim at Zones?
As has been previously reported, it was because we are a member of FINA and FINA banned his eligibility to compete.
