I coached in both Texas and Mich. In Texas the best swimmers are not represented in the State meet but rather a few representatives are sent from each district. Super fast districts could only send their allotment. In Michigan if you hit the qualifying time during the season, you were in automatically. I think qualifying times are the way to go. I wonder why every state couldn't do qualifying times and add token swimmers from slower districts to maintain the status quo? What other states are like Texas (may only send a district allotment)? I can't believe Texas hasn't changed to qualifying standards! What do you think?
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Aqua,
In Texas, you could be the fastest swimmer in the world and if you were sick or missed a turn, you're out. I like the idea that once you've qualified you can swim in the prelims.
Aqua,
In Texas, you could be the fastest swimmer in the world and if you were sick or missed a turn, you're out. I like the idea that once you've qualified you can swim in the prelims.
