Open the Masters Records?

I would tend to think that Masters might become intimidating to some, knowing that the likes of Jason Lezak were in "our" ranks. :2cents: I disagree. I think everyone (even those who got beaten by him) got a great kick out of Rowdy Gaines swimming USMS Nationals. I think we'd all love it if Dara could fit another Masters Nats in her busy schedule. I'd personally love to see Jason Lezak and the other "old pros" swimming at Nationals. I think they'd bring exposure to the meet, add additional "holy crap that's fast" factor and just be cool. If we're celebrating excellence as we age, these people should be encouraged to come (providing, of course, USMS doesn't have to pay them their appearance fees:)). Totally agree about FINA WRs: I think they should represent the fastest that anyone has ever swum legally in that particular age bracket. BTW: FINA does not recognize the 18-24 age group. "Masters" begins for them at age 25. But it seems logical that USMS records -- what we generally consider "national records" -- should be for people registered with USMS at the time of the swim. I'm with you.

I would tend to think that Masters might become intimidating to some, knowing that the likes of Jason Lezak were in "our" ranks. :2cents: I disagree. I think everyone (even those who got beaten by him) got a great kick out of Rowdy Gaines swimming USMS Nationals. I think we'd all love it if Dara could fit another Masters Nats in her busy schedule. I'd personally love to see Jason Lezak and the other "old pros" swimming at Nationals. I think they'd bring exposure to the meet, add additional "holy crap that's fast" factor and just be cool. If we're celebrating excellence as we age, these people should be encouraged to come (providing, of course, USMS doesn't have to pay them their appearance fees:)). Totally agree about FINA WRs: I think they should represent the fastest that anyone has ever swum legally in that particular age bracket. BTW: FINA does not recognize the 18-24 age group. "Masters" begins for them at age 25. But it seems logical that USMS records -- what we generally consider "national records" -- should be for people registered with USMS at the time of the swim. I'm with you.