I tried to search for this, but I haven't really been able to find much info. Is there a good guide somewhere online that describes what to do, what goes on, etc. at a swim meet? I've never been to one before, and watching them on TV doesn't really give that much insight into how it all happens.
You just need to check in when you get there and then show up when your heat is called.Most people stand behind the blocks 2-3 heats before theirs,but as long as you are on the block before the horn goes off it's OK.Almost certainly everyone there will be friendly and eager to help if you have questions.A USMS meet is not like an age group or HS meet.Except for some people(like me) who get really intense before they swim,most people there are hanging around talking and enjoying themselves.Be prepared to bring a book or be social or do something to pass the time as most USMS meets last longer than you think they will(As the joke goes"if I was told I had only one day to live, I'd go to a swimmeet,they last forever.")
You just need to check in when you get there and then show up when your heat is called.Most people stand behind the blocks 2-3 heats before theirs,but as long as you are on the block before the horn goes off it's OK.Almost certainly everyone there will be friendly and eager to help if you have questions.A USMS meet is not like an age group or HS meet.Except for some people(like me) who get really intense before they swim,most people there are hanging around talking and enjoying themselves.Be prepared to bring a book or be social or do something to pass the time as most USMS meets last longer than you think they will(As the joke goes"if I was told I had only one day to live, I'd go to a swimmeet,they last forever.")
