I noticed that in track, the USATF is holding masters exhibitions at the trials. In this case a men's 3K and a women's 200m. (Remember in track Masters is over 40) I also remember them having Masters events at US Championships. I think a few year's ago Willie Gault ran less than a second off the 100m high hurdles WR at like 44 years old.
Why doesn't swimming have something similar? Invite the 8 fastest from Nationals for say a few exhibition 50's and 100's in the 40+ and 50+ catagories? I feel this would create a buzz for swimming and show just how close some can get to making trials. How cool would it be for the fans and for promoting the sport. Does USMS have a strong affiliation with USA swimming to do this? Just a thought.
