South LyonMasters Meet - Fall 2025
2025-11-15 07:00 (America/Detroit) | South Lyon East High School, 52200 Ten Mile Road, South Lyon, MI, 48178, United States
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Short Course Yards
USMS Sanction #195-S010
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
LOCATION: South Lyon East High School, 52200 Ten Mile Rd., South Lyon, MI 48178.
MEET DIRECTOR: Bob Crosby – wbcoachbob@hotmail.com
FACILITY: South Lyon East has an 11 lane pool with a Colorado Timing System and scoreboard. Up to 10 lanes can be used for competition. With most events seeded in 8 lanes, two lanes can be used for warm-up and swim down. Lane 9 is closed during competition to have a buffer between competition and warm-up. Pool locker rooms will be available to use for changing. All swimmers should bring their own locks, or plan to bring your clothes and valuables on deck during the competition. South Lyon Schools assume no liability for any missing items at the meet. The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1. The primary timing system will be automated with sound device at the start and swimmer touching the pad at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard. Times from this competition will be eligible for world record, USMS record, and Top 10 consideration.
ELIGIBILITY: Only swimmers who have a current USMS membership will be allowed to compete. If you register for USMS 48 hours prior to our meet please bring a Photocopy of your Membership. If you’re not currently a member, apply now on the web at http://registration.usms.org/reg/ Please show your card/registration number when you arrive.

REGISTRATION: You may enter up to 5 individual events. Online entries are $40. Register Online at: www.michiganmasters.com. Online registration closes Friday 11/14/25 at 12:00 Noon. Deck entries (day of) are $45. Deck registration closes at 9:00 am 11/15/25.
MEET TIMELINE:

SESSION I: Check in and Warm-up-7:00-7:25 A.M. Session 1 will consist of the first 20 entries received (2 heats of 10 lanes) in the 1650 free and will begin at 7:30 A.M. NO DECK ENTRIES FOR THE 1650!
SESSION II: Deck warm-up-9:00-9:30 A.M. Session 2 will begin at 9:30 A.M.

REFUND POLICY: By registering for this swim meet, you have purchased a “ticket”. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment event, there are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.
HOSPITALITY: Included with your entry fee will be a post meet luncheon. The meal will be supplied by the South Lyon and South Lyon East Varsity swim and dive parents. Any family members who wish to stay and eat may do so for a $5 charge.
All proceeds from the meet will go to support south lyon high school and south lyon east high school girls swimming and diving!

2025 Stray CatsMasters Meet - Dewitt
2025-12-06 10:00 (America/Detroit) | Dewitt High School, 13601 Panther Dr, Dewitt, MI, 48820, United States
2025 Stray Cats Masters Swim Meet – Short Course Yards
Dewitt High School Natatorium
USMS Sanction #195-S012
Saturday, December 6, 2025
REGISTRATION CLOSED
CURRENT ENTRIES
NO DECK ENTRIES. ONLINE ONLY.
Schedule: Warm-up 10:00-10:50. Events 11:00 a.m. Food & Social in cafeteria following the meet.
Facility: DeWitt High School Natatorium. The eight-lane pool has Paragon side step-up starting blocks, a Colorado timing system with a full matrix scoreboard, and seating for 400 spectators. The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 107.2.1. The primary timing system will be automated with sound device at the start and swimmer touching the pad at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard. Official times from this automated timing system will be submitted for USMS Records and USMS Top Ten times for all courses. For Short/Long Course Meters the time will be submitted to FINA.”.
Directions: Address: 13601 Panther Dr, Dewitt, MI 48820. From I-69 on the north side of Lansing, take Exit #85 (DeWitt Road) south. Turn right onto Clark Road. Travel west on Clark less than a mile until you see the small sign for DeWitt High School. The swimming pool entrance is at the back (North) of the building.
Events:
1. 50 yard butterfly
2. 200 yard freestyle
3. 50 yard backstroke
Break: Plunge dive for distance/men
4. 100 yard freestyle
5. 50 yard breaststroke
Break: Plunge dive for distance/women
6. 50 yard freestyle
Break: Goggle-flipping contest
Consanguineous 100 yard IM Relay (ONLY: 2 relatives, blood related, and USMS masters swimmers on each team).
7. 100 yard IM
8. 500 yard freestyle
Contests:
Plunge dive for distance. The swimmer performs a standing dive for distance from either the starting block or edge of the pool. Kicking or pulling will be reason for disqualification.
Goggle-flipping contest. The swimmer may stand in the water (anywhere) or at the starting block end of the pool. The swimmer’s task is to flip her/his goggles in the air so that they land hanging from the backstroke flags.
Awards: Michigan Masters ribbons for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each event. Special prizes for the overall male and female winners of the plunge dive for distance and for first person to succeed in the goggle-flipping contest. Special Award: Consanguineous Plaque (two relatives, blood- related, and Masters swimmers on each team compete In a 100 yd. Relay). This award has been re-established by Dave Berger and Sue Berger-Mann.
Eligibility: Swimmers must have either a 2025 or 2026 registration with United States Masters Swimming. Standard masters swimming age groups: 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, … etc. Swimmer may enter a maximum of 5 swimming events.
Entries & fees:
On-Line Registration: $40.00
Online registration closes Thursday, 12/4/25, at 12:00 Noon.
Mail-In Registration: NO MAIL-IN REGISTRATION.
Deck Entry Registration: NO DECK ENTRIES.
REFUND POLICY: By registering for this swim meet, you have purchased a “ticket”. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment event, there are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.
PROCEEDS FROM MEET GO TO DEWITT GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL SWIM & DIVE TEAM.
Questions: The meet director is Gregg Brace, Dewitt’s High School Swim Coach at braceg@dewittschools.net

Zeeland Holidaze Classic
2025-12-21 08:00 (America/Detroit) | 3390 100th Ave, Zeeland Michigan 49464, 3390 100th Ave, Zeeland, 49464, United States
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Short Course Meters – USMS Sanctioned # 195-S013

Location: Zeeland Natatorium, 3390 100th Ave, Zeeland Michigan 49464
Directions: The Natatorium is located at Zeeland West High School. Pool entrance is near the parking lot closest to 100th Ave.
Meet Director: Jon Vos, jon@swimaroundmac.com
Facility: Short Course Meters / 8-10 Lanes Pool. Warm Up & Cool Down Area and Electronic Timing. There is plenty of parking and seating for spectators. Locker rooms are available. Zeeland Public Schools is not responsible for lost or stolen items so please bring a lock. This meet will be swum as Short Course Meters (SCM). The length of the competition course is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1, but as a bulkhead course, is subject to length confirmation. Eligibility of times for USMS Top 10 and records will be contingent on verification of bulkhead placement. The primary timing system will be automated with sound device at the start and swimmer touching the pad at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard.
Eligibility: Your age on 12/31/2025 determines your age group. Only swimmers who have a current USMS membership will be allowed to compete. If you register for USMS 48 hours prior to our meet please bring a Photocopy of your Membership. If you’re not currently a member, apply now on the web at http://registration.usms.org/reg/ Please show your card/registration number when you arrive.
Registration: You may enter up to 5 individual events. Online entries are $40. Register Online at: www.michiganmasters.com. Online registration closes Friday 12/19/25 at 6:00 PM. Deck entries (day of) are $45. Deck registration closes at 10:15 am 12/21/25.
Meet Timeline:
SESSION I: Check in and Warm up 8:00 am-8:30 am. Session I Starts 8:30 am and will consist only of the first 18 entries received for the 1500 Free. We will contact you if you’re not in the 1,500. If not at max and you are coming early, we will allow deck entries on a first come basis.
SESSION II: Deck Registration for Session II only will close at 10:15 am. Check in and Warm up 10:30-11:00am. Session II will start at 11:00.
Refund Policy: By registering for this swim meet, you have purchased a “ticket”. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment event, there are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.
All proceeds from this meet will support Zeeland HS Swim & Dive.

2026 New Year Kick Off at Charlotte
2026-01-11 07:30 (America/Detroit) | Charlotte Aquatic Center, 1068 Carlisle Hwy, Charlotte, 48813, United States
Short Course Yards Masters Swim Meet
Hosted by Charlotte Swim & Dive
Sunday, January 11, 2026
USMS Sanction #196-S006
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
CURRENT ENTIRES
LOCATION: Charlotte Community Pool is located at 1068 Carlisle Highway, Charlotte MI 48813.
MEET DIRECTOR: Julie Davis – Email: davisj@charlottenet.org
FACILITY Charlotte is an 8-lane pool, with a Colorado Timing System and digital board. There is a diving well for warm up and cool down. At the meet director’s discretion, the meet may run with either 6 or 8 lanes. If only 6 lanes are used, the other 2 lanes to be used as warm and cool down.
RULES AND ELIGIBILITY: Only swimmers who have a current USMS membership will be allowed to compete. If you register for USMS 48 hours prior to our meet please bring a copy of your Membership. If you’re not currently a member, apply now on the web at http://registration.usms.org/reg Please show your card/registration number when you arrive Master Swimming governing body. The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 107.2.1. The primary timing system will be automated with sound device at the start and swimmer touching the pad at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard. Official times from this automated timing system will be submitted for USMS Records and USMS Top Ten times for all courses. For Short/Long Course Meters the time will be submitted to FINA for Masters FINA Top Ten and Masters FINA World Records.
START TIMES: Session 1 warm-up-7:30-7:55am. Session 1 will consist of the first 24 entries received (3 heats of 8 lanes) in the 500 free and 16 entries of the 400 IM. Events will begin at 8:00am. Session 2 warm-up 8:45-9:30am. Events will begin at 9:35am
AGE DETERMINATION DATE: The age for this event is determined by the swimmer’s age on January 11, 2026.
ENTRY PROCEDURE AND ENTRY URL: Online and Deck registration only. To enter online, visit www.michiganmasters.com
ENTRY DEADLINE: Online entries shall remain open until Thurs., January 8, 2026 at 9:00 pm
ENTRY LIMITS: Swimmers may swim a maximum of 5 individual events. 500 Free: 1st 24 entries & 400 IM: 1st 16 entries received are in, you will be sent an email or called if you are not in. Deck entries for the 500 free and 400 IM are allowed only if there is space.
DAY OF MEET ENTRIES INFO: Day of meet registration is $45. You MUST Bring a copy of your 2026 USMS registration card to the meet. Deck registration will be from 7:30 – 9:00am
SEEDING METHOD: Slow to fast by time (w/o regard to age or gender) for all events except for the 500 yd, and the 1000 yd Freestyle which will be seeded fast to slow.
REFUND POLICY: By registering for this swim meet, you have purchased a “ticket”. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment event, there are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE MEET WILL GO TO SUPPORT CHARLOTTE SWIMMING AND DIVING! Some of the young athletes will be there to cheer you on, time for you, feed you, and be inspired by your continued competition. PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT THIS MEET.

2026 Allegan Masters Swim Meet
2026-01-25 08:00 (America/New_York) | Allegan Aquatic Center, 1560 M-40 N, Allegan, MI, 49010, United States
Sunday, January 25, 2026
SCY – USMS Sanctioned #196-S005
ON-LINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
CURRENT ENTRIES
Location: The Allegan Aquatic Center is located at 1560 M-40 N; Allegan, MI 49010 adjacent to Allegan High School. The Aquatic Center parking lot and entrance are located on the south side of the building (to the left as you are looking at the front of the building).
Meet Director: Nathon Kelley: nathonkelley@gmail.com
Facility: The Allegan Aquatic Center has a 25-yard, 8 lane competition pool with a warm-water activity pool area, which contains a 3-lane, 15-yard lessons pool. The lessons pool will be available for warm up/ cool down during the competition. Lanes are separated with non-turbulent lane markers. The competition pool has permanent 24”x32” non-slip pvc-grated starting blocks. Depth at start and diving end is 13 feet and 4 feet at the turn end. 8 lane digital wall display for times, places and splits. There is plenty of parking and seating for spectators. Locker rooms are available and athletes should put on a lock. It would be wise to leave valuables at home and Allegan is not responsible for lost or stolen items. The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 107.2.1. The primary timing system will be automated with sound device at the start and swimmer touching the pad at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard. Official times from this automated timing system will be submitted for USMS Records and USMS Top Ten times for all courses. For Short/Long Course Meters the time will be submitted to FINA
Eligibility: Only swimmers who have a current 2026 USMS membership will be allowed to compete. If you register for USMS 48 hours prior to our meet, please bring a photocopy of your membership card. If you’re not currently a member, apply now at usms.org/join. Please have your card/registration number when you check-in.
Registration: You may enter up to five (5) individual events, plus 2 relays (relays are deck entry only). Online entries are $40. Register at: michiganmasters.com. Online registration closes Fri 1/23/26 at 9:00pm. Deck entries (day of) are $45. Deck registration closes at 9:30am 1/25/26.
Meet Timeline:
SESSION 1: Check in and Warm-up-8:00–8:40am.
Session 1 will begin at 8:45am and consists of two heats of 1000 free
(16 swimmers – 8 lanes per heat).
SESSION 2: Check in ends at 10:00am. Warm-up starts at the completion of the 1000 Y Freestyle and concludes at 10:25am.
Session 2 events will begin at 10:30am.
Refund Policy: There are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.
Hospitality: Meet snacks will be available during the meet.
All proceeds from the meet will go to support the Allegan Swimming and Diving Teams

FAST - “Super” Swim Meet
2026-02-08 07:30 UTC | Brighton High School, 7878 Brighton Road, Brighton, MI, 48116, United States
38th Annual “Super” Swim Meet Presented by the FAST Swim & Triathlon Club
Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026 – Short Course Yards (SCY), USMS Sanction #196-S004
The 1650 Free is Sold Out
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
CURRENT ENTIRES

Location: Brighton High School, 7878 Brighton Rd, Brighton MI 48116
Meet Director: Jim Nitkiewicz: fastswimmeet@yahoo.com
Facility: 12 Lane pool SCY with 8 lanes for competition and 3 for continuous warm up with Colorado Timing System and full color display board. There is plenty of parking and seating for spectators. Locker rooms are available. Brighton High School is not responsible for lost or stolen items, so please bring a lock. The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1. The primary timing system will be automated with sound device at the start and swimmer touching the pad at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard. Times from this competition will be eligible for world record, USMS record, and Top 10 consideration.
Eligibility: Only swimmers who have a current USMS membership will be allowed to compete. If you register for USMS 48 hours prior to our meet please bring a copy of your Membership. If you’re not currently a member, apply now on the web at http://registration.usms.org/reg Please show your card/registration number when you arrive.
Registration: You may enter up to 5 individual events. Online entries are $40. Register Online at: www.michiganmasters.com. Online registration closes Friday February 6, 2026 at 9:00 PM. Deck entries (day of) are $45. Deck registration closes at 9:00 AM February 8, 2025.
Meet Timeline:
SESSION I: Check-in and Warm up 7:30-8:00 am. Session I starts at 8:00 am and will consist only of the first 16 entries received.
SESSION II: Deck Registration for Session II only will close at 9:00 am. Warm up 9:00-9:30 am. Session II starts at 9:30 am.
Refund Policy: By registering for this swim meet, you have purchased a “ticket”. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment event, there are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.
Hospitality: A variety of meet snacks, fruit, and beverages will be provided by FAST in the hospitality area.
All proceeds from the meet supports FAST Swim & Triathlon Club.

Order of Events:

Grand Haven Masters Swim Meet
2026-02-22 09:30 (America/Detroit) | Grand Haven High School, 17001 Ferris St., Grand Haven, MI, 49417, United States
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Short Course Yards
USMS Sanctioned #196-S002
ON-LINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
Current Entries

Location: Grand Haven High School Pool, 17001 Ferris St, Grand Haven, MI 49417
Facilities: The facility is 25-yard, 8-lane pool. Colorado timing system & display, horn start. A continuous warm-up/cool-down area will be provided in the Diving Well. Parking is free. Ample spectator seating. This meet will be swum as Short Course yards (SCY). “The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 107.2.1”. Keep all valuables with you or leave at home. Grand Haven Public Schools and Meet Director are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Meet Director: Ken Danhof-Director, Email: KJandM@comcast.net
GH Pool Phone: (616) 850-6292
Schedule:
Session I & II
Check-in: 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Full Pool Warm-up: 9:30-10:50 a.m.
Session 1 and 2 starts: 11:00 a.m.
Entry Limit/Fees: Swimmers must use the on-line entry system. Enter the meet and pay using a credit card. Sorry, no refunds.

$40 meet entry fee
Entries must be completed on-line by noon on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
No Deck Entries.

Entry limit is 5 events plus 1 relay per swimmer.
NEW: 1000 free and 400 IM limited to first 8 entries.
Note: the 200 Medley relay (M,W,X) entry will be completed on the day of the meet. A relay cannot be completed using the Entry Form. Completed relay cards due by 10:30 a.m.
Eligibility: Only swimmers who have a current USMS membership will be allowed to compete.
Seeding: Each event will be seeded by the pre-entered seedtime of each swimmer; with the slower heats first. The meet will be seeded according to times submitted, regardless of age and gender. No time (NT) will be seeded in the slower heats
Results: Results will be posted in the hall, and on the Michigan Masters website at the end of the meet.
Proceeds: Meet proceeds will benefit Grand Haven Boys swim team who will be providing timers and other support.
Refund Policy: By registering for this swim meet, you have purchased a “ticket”. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment event, there are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.
Note: the 200 Medley relay (M,W,X) entry will be completed on the day of the meet. A relay cannot be completed using the Entry Form.

South LyonMasters Meet - Spring 2026
2026-03-07 07:00 UTC | South Lyon East High School, 52200 Ten Mile Road, South Lyon, MI, 48178, United States
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Short Course Yards
USMS Sanction #196-S001
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
The 1650 freestyle is now full.
LOCATION: South Lyon East High School, 52200 Ten Mile Rd., South Lyon, MI 48178.
MEET DIRECTOR: Bob Crosby – wbcoachbob@hotmail.com
FACILITY: South Lyon East has an 11 lane pool with a Colorado Timing System and scoreboard. Up to 10 lanes can be used for competition. With most events seeded in 8 lanes, two lanes can be used for warm-up and swim down. Lane 9 is closed during competition to have a buffer between competition and warm-up. Pool locker rooms will be available to use for changing. All swimmers should bring their own locks, or plan to bring your clothes and valuables on deck during the competition. South Lyon Schools assume no liability for any missing items at the meet. The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1. The primary timing system will be automated with sound device at the start and swimmer touching the pad at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard. Times from this competition will be eligible for world record, USMS record, and Top 10 consideration.
ELIGIBILITY: Only swimmers who have a current USMS membership will be allowed to compete. If you register for USMS 48 hours prior to our meet please bring a Photocopy of your Membership. If you’re not currently a member, apply now on the web at http://registration.usms.org/reg/ Please show your card/registration number when you arrive.

REGISTRATION: You may enter up to 5 individual events. Online entries are $40. Register Online at: www.michiganmasters.com. Online registration closes Friday 3/6/26 at 12:00 Noon. Deck entries (day of) are $45. Deck registration closes at 9:00 am 3/7/26.
MEET TIMELINE:

SESSION I: Check in and Warm-up-7:00-7:25 A.M. Session 1 will consist of the first 20 entries received (2 heats of 10 lanes) in the 1650 free and will begin at 7:30 A.M. NO DECK ENTRIES FOR THE 1650!
SESSION II: Deck warm-up-9:00-9:30 A.M. Session 2 will begin at 9:30 A.M.

REFUND POLICY: By registering for this swim meet, you have purchased a “ticket”. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment event, there are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.
HOSPITALITY: Included with your entry fee will be a post meet luncheon. The meal will be supplied by the South Lyon and South Lyon East Varsity swim and dive parents. Any family members who wish to stay and eat may do so for a $5 charge.
All proceeds from the meet will go to support south lyon high school and south lyon east high school boys swimming and diving!

Milford Meltdown - SCM Meet
2026-03-22 08:00 (America/Detroit) | Milford High School, 2380 S. Milford Road, Highand, MI, 48357, United States
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Short Course Meters
Sanction #196-S003
17th Annual Milford Meltdown Masters Swim Meet
Hosted by Huron Valley United High School Swimming and Diving

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
Current Entries
Meet Director: Sara Jordan – coachsarajordan@gmail.com
NEW POOL ENTRANCE: The Milford High School pool has a new entrance. Please see the map below.

Schedule: Session I Event 1
Check In & Warm Up: 7:00-7:45am
Check in and Warm up 7:00 am-7:40 am. Session I Starts 7:45 am and will consist only of the first 18 entries (3 heats) received for the 800 Free. We will contact you if you’re not in the 800. If not at max and you are coming early, we will allow deck entries on a first come basis.
Session II Events 2-20
Deck Registration for Session II only will close at 9:00 am. Warm up will begin when 800 is complete (around 8:45am). Session II will start at 9:30am.
Entries: You may enter up to 5 individual events and 3 relays. Online entries are $40. All relays will be deck entered
FINA rules apply to SCM Meets. Your age on 12/31/2026 determines your age group.
Register Online at: michiganmasters.com. Online registration closes Friday 3/20/26 at 9:00 PM. Deck entries (day of) are $45. Deck registration closes at 9:00 am 3/22/26.
By registering for this event you have bought a ‘ticket’. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment events there are no refunds or credits of you are unable to attend.
Location: Milford High School Natatorium, 2380 South Milford Rd, Highland, MI 48357. Milford High School is 1.5 miles south of M-59, enter on Watkins Blvd. Pool entrance is located on north end of school by the football field. Venue: Short Course Meters / 6 Lane Pool. Warm Up & Cool Down Area and Electronic Timing. There is plenty of parking and seating for spectators. Locker rooms are available. Huron Valley Schools is not responsible for lost or stolen items, please bring a lock. This meet will be swum as Short Course Meters (SCM). The length of the competition course without a bulkhead is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1. The primary timing system will be automated with the sound device at the start and swimmer touching the pad at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard. Official times from this automated timing system will be submitted for USMS Records and USMS Top Ten times for all courses. For Short/Long Course Meters the time will be submitted to FINA for Masters FINA Top Ten and Masters FINA World Records.
Eligibility: Only current USMS members will be allowed to compete. Sanctioned by Michigan for USMS, Inc
Hospitality: Snacks available during the meet.
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2026 Michigan Masters State Championship Meet
2026-04-17 - 2026-04-19 | Oakland University, 2200 N. Squirrel Road, Rochester Hills, MI, 48309, United States
2026 MICHIGAN MASTERS
SHORT COURSE STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Friday-Sunday, April 17-19, 2026
USMS Sanctioned by the
Michigan LMSC,
Sanction #196-S007

Co-Hosted by: Oakland University Swim and Dive and the Michigan LMSC Board
Registration Questions: Patrick Weiss MISanctions@usms.org
Meet Director: Mitch Alters Alters@oakland.edu
At the Oakland University Rec. Center, 569 Pioneer Drive, Rochester, MI 48309 • (248) 370-4REC (4732)
Registration is Sold Out.
This meet is limited to 360 entrants.

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Questions:
Patrick Weiss, MI-LMSC Sanction Chair – MISanctions@usms.org
Jim Izzi, MI-LMSC Treasurer –MITreasurer@usms.org

Facility:
Location: The Oakland University aquatic center houses a 50-meter stretch pool with spectator seating for 1,000 and deck seating for 670 participants. Oakland University is the home of the Oakland University NCAA Division 1 Swim team and hosts many state and regional meets. The aquatic center has plenty of men’s and women’s locker room space and showers. Day lockers only bring your own lock.
Pool: Only event registered athletes, designated workout group coaches, pool staff and volunteers are allowed on the pool deck. Competition Pool: 25 yards with bulkheads. 8 lane competition pool, during the meet there will be 5 lanes for warm up/cool down. There will be times where additional warm up/cool lanes will be available. The length of the competition course is in compliance and on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1, but as a bulkhead course, is subject to length confirmation. Eligibility of times for USMS Top 10 and records will be contingent on verification of bulkhead placement. The pool will be measured as required per USMS rules.
Timing: The primary timing system will be automatic timing with a state of the art Colorado System 7 timing system. Times from this competition will be eligible for world record, USMS record, and Top 10 consideration. Each session in addition will have 2 timers per lane.
Parking: Ample free parking and short walk to the Rec Center & Natatorium in lots P16, P17 and P26. There is also a free parking structure P29. The entrance to the pool will be next to P16 and across the street from P17 follow the drive to the door. Do not enter through Rec Center or O’rena doors. For an interactive Campus parking map – CLICK HERE

Rules:
Competition Rules: United States Masters Swimming (USMS) rules and Michigan Local Masters Swimming Committee (MI-LMSC) policies will apply. The USMS rule book is available online at http://www.usms.org. The Michigan LMSC policies are located at http://www.michiganmasters.com under the “Information” tab.
The Michigan LMSC believes that athletes, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive sport environment that is free of abuse, harassment and discrimination.

Events and Event Schedule:
Warmup times below reflect the competition pool only.

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #1 – FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Warm-up 12:45-1:30 pm. 1650 yard free check in by 1:30 pm. Competition begins at 1:45 pm.

1A
1A
1650 yard freestyle. 4 Heats only. (32 swimmers). Slow to fast

2
2
400 yard IM. 4 Heats only. (32 swimmers). Slow to fast

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Men’s Event #
SESSION #2 – FRIDAY NIGHT
Warm-up 4:00-4:35 pm. 1650 yard free check in by 4:30 pm. Competition begins at 4:45 pm.

1B
1B
1650 yard freestyle. 4 Heats only. (32 swimmers). Slow to fast

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Men’s Event #
SESSION #3 – SATURDAY MORNING
Warm-up 7:00-7:35am. 500 yard free check in by 7:30 am. Competition begins at 7:45 am.

3
3
500 yard freestyle. 10 heats only. (80 swimmers). Slow to fast

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #4 – SATURDAY MORNING
Warm-up begins after the last heat of the 500 free. Approx. 9:45-10:10 am.
Competition begins no earlier than 10:15 am.
200 yard free relay entries & changes (event 10 & 11) are due before event 6 begins.

4
5
50 yard butterfly

6
7
200 yard backstroke

8
9
100 yard freestyle

10 minute break

10
11
200 yard freestyle relay

MI-LMSC annual meeting 20 minutes after Event #11

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Men’s Event #
SESSION #5 – SATURDAY AFTERNOON
Warm-up 1:00-1:45 pm. Competition begins at 2:00 pm. 1:45-2:00 pm. Presentation of the Lifetime, Chetrick, and Lawrence Awards. 200 yard mixed medley relay entries & changes (event 18) are due before event 16 begins.

12
13
100 yard breaststroke

14
15
50 yard backstroke

16
17
200 yard butterfly

10 minute break

18
18
200 yard mixed medley relay

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Men’s Event #
SESSION #6 – SUNDAY MORNING
Warm-up 7:00-7:35am. 1000 yard free check in by 7:30 am. Competition begins at 7:45 am.

19
19
1000 yard freestyle. 5 Heats only. (40 swimmers). Slow to fast

Warm-up begins after the last heat of the 1000 free.
Approx. 9:45-10:10 am. Competition begins no earlier than 10:15am.
200 yard medley relay entries & changes (event 28 & 29) are due before event 26 begins.

20
21
200 yard IM

22
23
100 yard butterfly

24
25
200 yard freestyle

26
27
50 yard breastroke

10 minute break

28
29
200 yard medley relay

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #7 – SUNDAY AFTERNOON – Begins one hour after the end of Session #6.
Estimated warm-up 12:45-1:10pm. Estimated competition begins at 1:15pm.
200 yard mixed free relay entries & changes (event 38) are due before event 34 begins.

30
31
50 yard freestyle

32
33
200 yard breaststroke

34
35
100 yard backstroke

36
37
100 yard IM

10 minute break

38
38
200 yard mixed freestyle relay

Presentation of age-group high point, and team awards will be presented approximately 15 minutes after Event #38.

Entires:
Entry Methods and Entry Deadlines: This meet utilizes an online entry system only.

Online entries: Go to http://www.MichiganMasters.com to enter the meet. This meet is limited to the first 360 entrants.
Relay entries: Relay entries must be submitted by the designated team representative, not individual swimmers. Refer to the “Entry Procedures” described below.
Seed entry times: It is appreciated that you enter an accurate seed time when registering for each event in order to maintain an accurate meet timeline.

Entry Fees:

Early Bird Registration: $100 January 1st – January 31st, 2026 at 9:00pm.
Regular Registration $120 February 1st – March 31st, 2026 at 9:00pm.
Pre-entered relay event entry fee – $20 per relay. Relay forms must be emailed to meet host Mitch Alters Alters@oakland.edu by Wednesday, April 15th, @ 12:00 noon. (See complete submission instructions in the “Relays” section below)
Deck entered relays (at the meet) $24 per relay. (See complete submission instructions in “Relays” section below)

Refund Policy: By registering for this swim meet, you have purchased a “ticket”. As with a ticket to any sports or entertainment event, there are no refunds or credits if you are unable to attend.
Eligibility: Swimmers must have a current 2026 USMS membership as of the entry deadline to be eligible to compete in this meet. One-day event registrations (USMS rule 201.1.3) are not valid given that this is a 3-day meet with multiple events. Swimmers must agree to the USMS “Participant Waiver and Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement.”
Workout Group Representation: When you register with USMS and Michigan LMSC, you sign up for one of three clubs:

Michigan Masters Club (MICH). If you are a Michigan Masters Club (MICH) member you have the opportunity at the state meet to do the following:
i. Sign up to swim with your registered workout group (team)
ii. Sign up to swim with an unregistered team for example:
i. Stray Cats, Battle Creek Y Masters, Milan Masters, etc, or club that you create
To accumulate points & to swim in relays, you must designate a Workout Group/Team in your on-line entry.
Michigan Queer Aquatix (MINQX)
To accumulate points & to swim in relays, you must designate MINQX on your on-line entry.

Michigan Unattached (UC19). If you are registered unattached, you must designate as follows:
i. Club unattached (UC19).
ii. Team unattached (UC19).
All unattached swimmers are not eligible to swim in relays or combine points with other unattached
swimmers. The swimmer is basically on their own.

Age Determination Date: Age on April 19, 2026 (last day of the meet) determines a swimmer’s age for the entire meet.
Event Limits: Swimmers may enter a maximum of 7 individual events for the entire meet (does not include relay events), with a daily maximum of 6 individual events. If more than seven individual events are listed on the entry form, only the first seven entries will be accepted.
Entry Procedures:

Individual Events: Choose a maximum of individual 7 events (does not include relay events). Enter your best short course yards (SCY) times on the line labeled “entry seed time.” You may enter an estimated time or “no time” if you do not have a best time to report. “No time” entries will be assigned to the slowest heats. You will use the format of 00:00.00.
Distance Events: The 1650 Free will be offered only on Friday. There will be an Afternoon 1650, and an Evening 1650. The 1650 sessions are limited to 4 heats (32 swimmers) in both the afternoon and the evening sessions. The 500 free is limited to 80 swimmers and the 1000 free is limited to 40 swimmers. All distance freestyle events require a positive check-in. Refer to the “check-in, seeding, and heat sheet” procedures described below. The 400y IM will be offered once during the meet on Friday afternoon and is limited to 4 heats (32 swimmers).

Relays: Designate one team representative to enter relays for the entire team.

Pre-entered relays. The team representative (only) should email pre-entered relays by Wednesday, April 15th @ 12:00 noon, to meet host Mitch Alters Alters@oakland.edu. The team representative should pay relay entry fees during general check-in on Friday, or on Saturday or Sunday before the day’s session begins. Cash or check payable to Oakland University Swim and Dive.

For each relay, please include:

The relay event and event number
Swimmers’ names (as they appear on USMS membership cards) in the order of relay swim, each swimmer’s age (each swimmer’s age on April 19, 2026) and gender.
Age group for the relay team. The relay age group is determined by the age of the youngest swimmer on the relay team.
Approximate seed time.
Mixed relays must consist of 2 men, and 2 women.
Relay names, swim order and age groups may be changed up to the deadlines listed in the meet event schedule.
Edits to relays from relays submitted by email, please use a bright green relay change form (available in the pool office) by the deadline stated in the detailed Event Schedule.
Deck-entered relays – at the meet. Bright green relay cards will be available in the pool office during the meet. To deck enter a relay, the green relay card MUST BE USED. To enter the relay, the team representative should submit the completed green relay card to the meet host Mitch Alters. The team representative should pay relay entry fees during general check-in on Friday, or on Saturday or Sunday before the day’s session begins. Cash or check payable to Oakland University Swim and Dive.

Procedures and Policies:
Age Groups: Age on April 19, 2026 (last day of the meet) determines a swimmer’s age for the entire meet. Individual event age groups: 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 … 5-year increments as high as necessary.
Relay age groups: 18+, 25+, 35+, 45+, 55+, 65+, 75+, 85+ … 10-year increments as high as necessary. Age groups for relay events are determined by the age of the youngest person on a relay team.
Warm-up/Cool-down: Swimmers must enter the water feet first in a cautious manner during all warm-ups/cool downs. Diving is permitted only in designated sprint lanes. No equipment is allowed during warm-up or cool down in the competition pool. Dive entries are only allowed during one way sprints in designated sprint lanes.
Check-In:

General check-in. Every swimmer must report for general check-in upon arrival at the meet to verify entry status.
Distance event check-in. Each swimmer who is entered in a distance freestyle event (500y freestyle, 1000y freestyle, 1650y freestyle) must report for a positive distance event check-in for each distance event entered. Swimmers who do not do a positive check-in before the check-in deadline listed on the Event Schedule will be scratched from that event. The Meet Director reserves the right to re-seed the distance events after check-in if subsequent scratches will allow consolidation of heats. The deadlines for distance event check-ins are provided in the Event Schedule section of this meet announcement.

Seeding: Seeding will be slow to fast for all individual events of 200 yards or less and for relay events, with men and women only events seeded separately. New for 2026 seeding will be slow to fast for distance events (400y IM, 500y free, 1000y free, 1650y free), with men and women seeded together. “No time” entries will be assigned to the slowest heats for all events.
Heat Sheets. Will be available on-line at: www.MichiganMasters.com, in a PDF file format. Participants can print out their own copy of the heat sheets if so desired. Heat sheets will show heat and lane assignments for all events that are 200 yards or less in distance. Heat sheets will be posted on the walls in the pool area. Separate heat sheets for the distance events (500y free, 1000y free, and 1650y free) will be posted at the pool when distance-event check-in for that event is complete.
Scratches: For all events, the swimmer is responsible for reporting to the assigned heat and lane in a timely manner. Failure to appear by the time of the Referee’s short whistle commands will be considered a scratch; the swimmer will not be allowed to swim in another heat of the same event.

Timing and Scoring:
Timing system: The primary timing system will be a Colorado System 7 automatic timing. Times from this competition will be eligible for world record, USMS record and Top Ten consideration.
Swimmer responsibilities: Hit the timing pad firmly. Do not cut through lanes to reach the ladder until all swimmers have completed the event. During relays, remain clear of the timing pad area until the event is completed by all swimmers. Before distance free events (500y free, 1000y free, and 1650y free), make sure there is a person to count your laps at the end of your lane, however, a lap counter volunteer may be provided by the meet host.
National or World Record attempt responsibilities: If going for a National or World Record, you will submit the USMS record form prior to the race. If this happens after a race, immediately alert the timing system operator and complete the record form. If going for a record, alert the Starter to request the required three manual back-up timers.
Split request forms: Official split requests for individual events must be submitted using the Split Notification Form. Per USMS rules, for individual events other than backstroke you must notify the meet referee of your intent to record an initial split time before the meet is over; for backstroke events you must notify the referee before swimming that event. If possible, please submit all initial split requests (including for backstroke events) before the event is swum.

All relay leadoff splits (the 50y split in all 200y relays) will be recorded as automatic official splits.
Scoring: Individual events: 9-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 points. Relay events: 18-14-12-10-8-6-4-2 points.
Results: Event results will be posted at clearly marked locations announced at the meet and at the awards table. Results will also be available via Meet Mobile app. Results will be published on the website (www.michiganmasters.com) following the meet.
Michigan LMSC Records: A Michigan State Record may only be established by a swimmer registered through the Michigan LMSC. A Meet Championship Record can only be broken at the annual State Championship meet.
Protests: Per USMS Rule 102.14.3, “Protests against judgment decisions of starters and stroke, turn, and relay takeoff judges can only be considered by the referee, and the referee’s decision shall be final.”
Other protests (e.g., concerns about seeding, awards, final results, eligibility, scoring, entries, etc.) per USMS Rule 102.14.5 “Any other protest arising from the competition itself shall be made within 30 minutes after the race in which the alleged infraction took place. If the protest is not resolved immediately, the protester shall at that time file a written protest with the chair of the LMSC or the chair’s representative having jurisdiction over the event. If the LMSC does not satisfactorily resolve the protest within 10 days, the protester may appeal in writing to the USMS Rules Committee chair within the next five days for final adjudication, whose decision shall then be binding on all parties.”

Awards:

1st, 2nd, 3rd – Individual Events State Championship Medals
4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th – Individual Events State Championship Ribbons
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th – Relay Event State Championship Ribbons
High Point Award – Age Group Women and Men State Championship Plaque
High Point Team – Large Team Division State Championship Trophy Plaque
High Point Team – Small Team Division State Championship Trophy Plaque
High Point Team – Large Team Women State Championship Trophy Plaque
High Point Team – Small Team Women State Championship Trophy Plaque
High Point Team – Large Team Men State Championship Trophy Plaque
High Point Team – Small Team Men State Championship Trophy Plaque

Presentation of Awards:

Pick up individual and relay event awards at the awards table during meet sessions.
Presentation of age group high point awards and overall team high point awards in all categories will begin approximately 15 minutes after the completion of the last event. The large and small team divisions will be based upon the number of total entries for each team.
Please be prompt so award presentations are not delayed. Swimmers and team representatives are responsible to pick up any awards earned. Awards will not be mailed.

MI-LMSC Annual Meeting:
All Michigan LMSC members are encouraged to attend the annual Michigan Local Masters Swimming Committee (LMSC) membership meeting. The location identified at General Check-In, and posted on deck. Time of the meeting is 20 minutes after the conclusion of the last event in Session #4 on Saturday morning. A light lunch will be served for those who attend the meeting. This is the time to vote on officer elections on “even numbered” years, and MI-LMSC bylaw updates and/or edits when applicable. The meeting will also include updates affecting the USMS National Organization, the Michigan LMSC, and your local team and other important information.
An agenda of the meeting will be available on the website www.MichiganMasters.com.

Michigan Masters State Meet Annual Awards:
Nominations for the Lifetime Achievement, Chetrick, and Lawrence Awards are due by February 15 of the same year, and can be submitted on the website www.MichiganMasters.com.

The Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated a lengthy record of swimming accomplishments, as well as many years of outstanding volunteer contributions that further the objectives of masters swimming in the State of Michigan.
The Chetrick Award recognizes an individual who has exhibited outstanding service and commitment to the spirit of Michigan Masters Swimming on either the state or national level.
The Lawrence Award is presented to a swimmer from the Michigan LMSC who has achieved outstanding performances in National competition during the past year, and across the person’s swimming career.

Previous winners of these awards are noted under the “Awards” tab at http://www.michiganmasters.com.
