Detailed Results from the 2026 State Championship Meet:
🇨🇦 Canadian Masters Nationals — Windsor, ON- May 22 – 24 (just across the river!)
Lifetime Achievement AwardThe Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to an individual who demonstrates outstanding voluntary contributions, continuous swimming accomplishments, and a lifetime dedication and devotion to the objectives of masters swimming in Michigan. The recipient must have represented MI-LMSC in competition and service for at least 10 years. Current members of the Board of Directors are eligible to receive this award.
• This year’s honoree has been a cornerstone of our organization for nearly four decades.
• Since 1987, Dennis has competed at the highest levels—earning Top Ten swims, state championships, and competing nationally and internationally. But his impact extends far beyond competition.
• Dennis has served as LMSC Chair and Vice Chair, contributed at the national level, and helped shape the very foundation of our organization.
• Dennis played a key role in building our identity—developing the first Michigan LMSC website, transitioning the newsletter to a digital format, and designing logos, banners, and championship materials that remain part of our tradition today.
• Dennis has been a meet organizer, photographer, historian, and ambassador—capturing moments, creating systems, and strengthening our community at every level.
Quite simply, Michigan Masters would not be what it is today without Dennis McManus’s contributions.
Lawrence Award:The Lawrence Award, named after Bob Lawrence, was established in 1978. The award is presented annually to a swimmer who has achieved outstanding performances during the previous year and/or over a long career while representing MI-LMSC. Examples of performance criteria include USMS All-American selections, USMS or FINA Masters Swimming records, USMS or FINA Masters Swimming top-ten rankings, and USMS or FINA Masters Swimming championship meet titles. Other considerations include MI-LMSC records and championship meet titles. It celebrates not just excellence, but sustained dominance at the highest levels of competition, and this year’s recipient exemplifies exactly that.
• At the National Championships in San Antonio, Corrin didn’t just compete—she delivered a truly remarkable performance. In the 100-yard breaststroke, she broke the National Record with a time of 1:14.00, surpassing a record she had set just weeks earlier. And she didn’t stop there.
• Corrin swept all three breaststroke events—the 50, 100, and 200—and added victories in both the 100 and 200 Individual Medley. Five national titles earning sixty points for Michigan Masters. In addition, she swimmer broke 2 USMS national records in SCM in the 50 and 100 Breast and achieved 5 World top ten rankings, 5 USMS All American titles, 8 USMS top ten rankings, and broke 6 state records.
• Beyond the pool, Corrin continue to lead with purpose—serving as Vice Chair, Captain of our national team, mentoring fellow swimmers, and representing the very best of the Masters spirit.
Chetrick AwardThe Chetrick Award was established in 1977 and is named in honor of Dr. Myron Chetrick. The award is presented annually to an individual who has provided outstanding service and exemplifies a commitment to MI-LMSC. Criteria include outstanding contributions to both MI-LMSC and USMS. This year’s recipient has made a lasting impact through leadership, reliability, and commitment to our community.
• Lisa stepped into a critical leadership role as LMSC Secretary when the position unexpectedly opened, bringing immediate organization and stability to the board. Since then, she continued to serve through multiple terms with professionalism and consistency.
• Most recently, Lisa took on the significant responsibility of organizing the 2026 State Championship Meet—working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure every detail contributed to a successful event.
Lisa’s contributions reflect the very best of service and leadership within Michigan Masters.
By Corrin Buck
I’m excited to share details about two upcoming national championship meets and invite you to join us as part of the Michigan Masters Nationals Team!
One of the great things about Michigan Masters is that we attend national meets as a Regional Team, meaning swimmers from across our entire state come together to race, cheer, and represent Michigan as one team. Swimmers of all levels are welcome — you do not need to be an elite swimmer to participate. Feel free to pass this information on to a friend or fellow athlete.
🎉 The Fun Stuff (and there’s a lot of it!) Nationals are about more than racing — they’re about community!
🏊♂️ USMS Spring Nationals — Greensboro, NC -April 30 – May 3
Registration is now open! 🔗 Meet information & entry: [ USMS Spring Nationals]
🇨🇦 Canadian Masters Nationals — Windsor, ON- May 22 – 24 (just across the river!)
🔁 Relays & Team Participation
To swim on relays with Michigan Masters at either national meet, you must be registered as a Michigan Masters swimmer. If you are currently registered as UC19 or any other team see below on how you can change your team if you would like to join us.
🔄 Not Currently a Michigan Masters Member?
If you are currently unattached (UC19) or registered with a different USMS Masters team and would like to swim with Michigan Masters at Nationals, changing your team designation is quick and easy:
If you’ve ever thought about swimming a national meet, these two meets are a great opportunity — whether it’s your first time or your tenth. Michigan Masters shows up strong, supportive, and loud, and we’d love to have you be part of it. If you have questions or want help deciding whether a national meet is right for you, feel free to reach out.
I hope to see lots of Michigan Masters on deck this spring! Go Michigan Masters!
USMS Registration is OpenAre You a Member of USMS? Do You Need to Renew Your USMS Membership? Please visit the USMS website to register or renew. For detailed information, please visit the MI Masters Registation page.
