I am a USA swim coach and also registered athlete. I recently swam a USMS qualifying time in the 1650, but did it at a USA swim meet as a USA swimming athlete. Does it count? If not, do I need to travel to a masters meet that offers the 1650? That seems difficult.
Correct. rtodd, we encourage you to attend USMS meets for additional reps (and to have fun!), but the qualifying time does not need to be in the USMS database. Here are FAQs for reference regarding the national qualifying times for 2025 Spring Nationals.
