Michigan Masters Swimming

Detroit Lions Freestyle Challenge
2025-01-07 - 2025-01-31 | MI
Grab your Honolulu Blue and join your Michigan Masters swim friends to celebrate on the Detroit Lions! A fun opportunity for Michigan Masters Swimmers to challenge themselves and have a chance to win a $50 Swim Outlet Gift card!
The Detroit Lions Freestyle Challenge:

Swim a broken 200 Free (4 x 50) – taking :10 seconds rest between each 50.
Record your total time, then subtract 30 Seconds (:10 sec x 3), to get your final submission time. For example: If your total time was 3:00 minutes, then minus :30 seconds for rest (3 x :10 seconds rest) – Then your FINAL submission time would be 2:30 minutes.
Submit your time on Michigan Masters website by 9:00pm on Friday, January 31st, 2025.
No diving, from a push, no fins, paddles, or equipment. Honor System 😊.
Freestyle or any stroke of your choice.
Just you, the clock, and your pool.
#1 Goal: Have Fun! and of course Go Lions!

The Prizes:

Two lucky swimmers (1 Male, 1 Female) will win a $50 Swim Outlet Gift Card from a RANDOM DRAWING of all of the entries.
FASTEST TIMES: (1 Male, 1 Female) who submitted their broken 200 freestyle entry time will win a $50 Swim Outlet Gift Card each. Time submissions are on the “honor” system.

NOTE: 4 total Gift Cards prizes will be awarded. Must be a current member of the Michigan Masters LMSC, and have an active 2025 USMS swim membership to participate. Only 1 prize per participant. Limit: 1 entry per person.
Submit:
Submit your Detroit Lions Freestyle Challenge time with the Link Below:
SUBMIT TIME
All entires will be placed into a random drawing.
Questions…?
Questions..? Email Chad Steed, Michigan LMSC Chair at MIChair@usms.org

2025 Michigan Masters - State Championship Meet
2025-04-11 - 2025-04-13 | Holland Aquatic Center, 550 Maple Ave, Holland, 49423
2025 MICHIGAN MASTERS
SHORT COURSE STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Friday-Sunday, April 11-13, 2025
USMS Sanctioned by the
Michigan LMSC,
Sanction ##195-S006
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Hosted by: Holland Aquatic Center and Michigan Lakeshore Aquatics

At the Holland Aquatic Center, 550 Maple Avenue, Holland MI 49423
Registration is now closed.

REGISTRATIONSOLD OUTTOUR THEPOOLCURRENT ENTRIESGRAZING GRIZZLYMEAL PLANACCOMODATIONS&RESTAURANTSIN THE AREASTATE MEETAPPAREL

PRINTABLE MEET FLIER

SwimTrek Will Be at State Meet!
Look for the SwimTrek Table at the Meet

Sign up for a FREE DRAWING.
There will be 6 drawings for a FREE ENTRY (6 total) into the Nevis Race which is part of the St. Kitts trip March 2026.

MEET DIRECTORS: Ian Townsend ian@hollandaquatic.org and Norm VerMeulen norm@hollandaquatic.org
FACILITY:

Location: Holland Aquatic Center, 550 Maple Avenue, Holland Michigan, 49423. A premier 50 meter facility with 8 racing lanes. Continuous warm up/warm down lanes will be available with 11 lanes in the west end and 5 in the flex pool depending on programming. A large multi display screen that can show both event finishes and event placing simultaneously. Locker rooms are available at your own risk during the meet, however, not overnight. HAC is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Pool: 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 before and after each session.

Timing: The primary timing system will be automatic timing with a state of the art Colorado 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.

Misc: Parking is available and free. Food will be available with a Food Truck in the parking lot during the competition. We also hope to have a Social on Saturday evening. More information is coming.

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:

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #1 – FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Warm-up 1:00-1:50pm. Check in by 1:45 pm. Competition begins at 2:00 pm.

1A
1A
1650 yard freestyle. 4 Heats only. (32 swimmers). Fast to slow

2
2
400 yard IM. Fast to Slow

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #2 – FRIDAY NIGHT
Warm-up 4:00-4:50 pm. Check in by 4:00 pm. Competition begins at 5:00 pm.

1B
1B
1650 yard freestyle. (32 swimmers). Fast to slow

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #3 – SATURDAY MORNING
Warm-up 7:30-7:55am. Check in by 7:45-7:55 am. Competition begins at 8:00 am.

3
3
500 yard freestyle. 10 heats only. (80 swimmers). Fast to slow

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #4 – SATURDAY MORNING
Warm-up begins after the last heat of the 500 free. Approx. 10:00-10:25am.
Check in by 10:00-10:25am. Competition begins no earlier than 10:30am.
200 yard free relay entries & changes (event 10 & 11) are due before event 6 begins.

4
5
50 yard backstroke

6
7
200 yard breaststroke

8
9
100 yard butterfly

10 minute break

10
11
200 yard freestyle relay

LMSC annual meeting 20 minutes after Event #11

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #5 – SATURDAY AFTERNOON
Warm-up 1:30-2:25 pm. Check in by 1:30-2:25pm. Competition begins at 2:30 pm.
200 yard mixed free relay entries & changes (event 22) are due before event 16 begins.

12
13
200 yard backstroke

14
15
50 yard breaststroke

16
17
200 yard freestyle

18
19
100 yard IM

20
21
100 yard backstroke

10 minute break. Presentation of the Lifetime, Chetrick, and Lawrence Awards.

22
22
200 yard mixed freestyle relay

Women’s Event #
Men’s Event #
SESSION #6 – SUNDAY MORNING
Warm-up 7:30-7:55am. Check in 7:05-7:55am. Competition begins at 8:00 am.

23
23
1000 yard freestyle. 5 Heats only. (40 swimmers). Fast to slow

Warm-up begins after the last heat of the 1000 free.
Approx. 10:00-10:25am. Competition begins no earlier than 10:30am.
200 yard medley relay entries & changes (event 30 & 31) are due before event 26 begins.

24
25
200 yard butterfly

26
27
50 yard freestyle

28
29
100 yard breaststroke

10 minute break

30
31
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 1:00-1:25pm. Estimated competition begins at 1:30pm.
200 yard mixed free relay entries & changes (event 38) are due before event 34 begins.

32
33
200 yard IM

34
35
100 yard freestyle

36
37
50 yard butterfly

10 minute break

38
38
200 yard mixed medley relay

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

ENTRIES:
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. The online entry deadline is the end of the day (12 Midnight) on Monday, March 31, 2025, and 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.

Eligibility: Swimmers must have a current 2025 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, you will designate your club (Michigan Masters (MICH). Each member of the Michigan Masters Club (and only the Michigan Masters Club) can also select which Workout Group or State Meet Team they would like to swim with for the annual Michigan State Meet Championship. You do not have to designate a Workout Group or State Meet Team to participate at the State Meet Championship (unattached); however, to swim in a Relay, you must be MI-LMSC and have designated a Workout Group or State Meet Team.
Age Determination Date:

Age on April 13, 2025 (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 Fees:

Individual entry fee – $110 limited to the first 360 entrants
Pre-entered relay event entry fee – $20 per relay. Must be emailed to meet host Norm VerMeulen norm@hollandaquatic.org by Wednesday, April 9th, @ 12:00 noon.
(See complete submission instructions in “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.
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 400y IM will be offered once during the meet on Friday afternoon, April 11th. 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) both the 2pm and the 5pm sessions. The 500 free is limited to 80 swimmers and the 1000 free is limited to 40 swimmers. All distance events require a positive check-in. Refer to the check-in, seeding, and heat sheet procedures described earlier in this meet announcement for more information.

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 9th @ 12:00 noon, to meet host Norm VerMeulen norm@hollandaquatic.org by Wednesday, April 9th, @ 12:00 noon. The team representative should pay relay entry fees during general check-in on Friday from 1:00-2:00pm, or on Saturday or Sunday from 7:00-8:00 am.

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 13, 2025) 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. Please use a YELLOW relay change form (available in the pool office).
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 Norm VerMeulen. The team representative should pay relay entry fees during general check-in on Friday from 1:00-2:00pm, or on Saturday or Sunday from 7:00-8:00 am.

The green relay cards must 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 13, 2025) 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.

PROCEDURES AND POLICIES:
Age Groups: Age on April 13 (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 PER USMS REGULATIONS. 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. Distance event check-in. Each swimmer who is entered in a distance event (400y IM, 500y freestyle, 1000y freestyle, 1650y freestyle) must report for a positive distance event check-in. Swimmers who do not verify their intention to compete before the check-in deadline 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 “Schedule” section of this meet announcement.

Seeding: Seeding will be slow to fast for individual events of 200 yards or less and for relay events, with men and women only events seeded separately. Seeding will be fast to slow 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, as a PDF. 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 50 meter pool area. Separate heat sheets for the distance events (400y IM, 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 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 counter at the end of your lane. A lap counter might be provided, but you are encouraged to supply your own lap counter for your distance events.
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.
Splits submitted and Split request forms: The lead off split for all relays will be submitted to USMS for top 10. If additional splits are requested, you must fill out a split request form prior to your event. Example of using a split request form: can’t swim the 200 free then request the split from your 500 free. Can’t swim the 50 fly then request the 50 fly split from your 200 IM or 100 Fly. These must be submitted prior to your swim and not after. Remember if requesting a backstroke split you must finish to the hand at your split distance.

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. Results will be published on the website (www.michiganmasters.com) following the meet.
Records: A Michigan State Record may only be established by a swimmer registered through the Michigan LMSC. A Meet Championship Record may be established by any swimmer entered in the meet. National or World records require an official form to be completed by the athlete preferably prior to the event but if not, then immediately after.
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, or entries) must be submitted to the meet director or referee by the team representative in writing. According to Section 3 of the Michigan LMSC Policies and Procedures, such protests will be heard by the Championship Committee.
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, namely the 200 Mixed Medley Relay (event # 38). 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.

Annual Meeting: Starting 20 minutes after the end of session 4. All Michigan LMSC members are encouraged to attend the annual Michigan Local Masters Swimming Committee (LMSC) membership meeting held in the Multi-purpose room which is across the hall from the 50 facility during the lunch break on Saturday. Light lunch will be served for those who attend the meeting. This is the time to vote on officer elections on even years, state meet bids when applicable, issues affecting the USMS National Organization, the Michigan LMSC, your local team, and yourself. An agenda of the meeting will be available at check-in.
Michigan Masters Annual Awards: Lifetime Achievement, Chetrick, and Lawrence Awards. 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.

Tri-State Tidal Wave LCM
2025-06-21 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | MI
To visit the event website – EVENT WEBSITE
To register – EVENT REGISTRATION

Penguins Open Water Splash 'N Dash 1k, 3k, 5k
2025-06-26 08:00 (America/Detroit) | Pontiac Lake State Park, 7753 7753 Gale Road, Waterford, MI, 48327, United States
HOSTED BY: Hurricane Penguins Swim Club
DATE: Thursday, June 26, 2025
USMS Sanction: 195-W001
LOCATION: Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Beach. 2401 N Williams Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48327. Visit: Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area Visitor Guide
REGISTRATION FORM
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Jun 19, 2025
COURSE: This lake course is a 1.5 Kilometer Course. One lap = 1.5 Kilometer. CLICK MAP for larger view.

ENTRY FEES:

1k $15.00 + $11.00 Athlete Surcharge Total Due $26.00

3k $35.00 + $11.00 Athlete Surcharge Total Due $46.00
5k $35.00 + $11.00 Athlete Surcharge Total Due $ 46.00

Entry fees include a swim cap which MUST BE WORN during the race.
ENTRY PROCEDURES & DEADLINE: Complete Entry Form – CLICK HERE and SUBMIT by June 19, 2025 at 12:00PM.
ENTRY PAYMENTS: All entry fees must be paid by Check, Cash or Venmo, and either be mailed to address below or submitted at event check-In.
Hurricane Penguins Swim Club-HVP
10325 Glynn
White Lake, MI 48386
DECK ENTRIES: NO Deck Entries will be allowed for this meet.
PARK ENTRANCE FEE: Extra $10 for access to park is required per car or a “Michigan Recreation Passport” – CLICK HERE
REFUNDS: Once a team or individual entry has been received and processed by the Administrative Official there are no refunds in full or in part unless the “over qualification exception” applies (see MS Rules). 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.

COMPETITION: The competition will be organized according to these age classifications: (Masters fall into the Open Category)

AGE
DISTANCE

Open
1,3,5 Kilometer

13 – 18
1,3,5 Kilometer

11-12
1,3 Kilometer

10 & Under
1 Kilometer

**Swimmers must have completed a 500 yard or 400 meter as this time is going to be used to seed start waves at the beginning of each race if needed.
Swimmers will compete as individuals for their club.
SANCTION: This meet is a sanctioned by Michigan Swimming, Inc. (MS), as an Open Water meet on behalf of USA Swimming (USA-S), Sanction Number MI2425152 AND sanctioned by United States Masters Swimming (USMS), Sanction number 195-W001. In granting this sanction it is understood and agreed that USA Swimming, Inc. Michigan Swimming, Inc., and USMS Swimming shall be free from any liabilities or claims for damages arising by reason of injuries to anyone during the conduct of the event. MS, and USMS rules, safety, and warm up procedures will govern the meet as is fully set forth in these meet rules.
Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy Acknowledgement All applicable adults participating in or associated with this meet acknowledge that they are subject to the provisions of the USA Swimming Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy (“MAAPP”), and that they understand that compliance with the MAAPP policy is a condition of participation in the conduct of this competition. There will be at least two safety marshals at this competition, with at least one of each gender.
RULES: USMS Open Water Rules, and the current Michigan Swimming, Central Zone Open Water, USA Swimming Open Water Rules will govern the Meet as outlined in Part Seven of the USA Swimming Rules and Regulations Handbook.
CHECK-IN: Swimmers must report to the check-in table appropriate for their age and gender, and report to the Meet Volunteer that they are present and prepared to swim. At that time the swimmers will be briefed regarding instructions for the competition deemed necessary. Check-in will be located at: Beach Pavilion
SAFETY PROCEDURES: There will be a mandatory Pre-Race Briefing held before competition begins to discuss the course, rules and safety procedures. ALL SWIMMERS MUST ATTEND THE PRE-RACE MEETING or you will not be able to swim. The Referee will remove any swimmer from competition who does not attend the Briefing or is found to be inattentive during the Briefing. Course will be patrolled by qualified safety personnel.
TIMES (Appoximate):

Check-In
Event
Pre-Race Meeting
Events Start
Time Limit

8:15am
5k
8:45am
9:00am
3 Hours

8:15am
3k
8:45am
10:00am
2 Hours

8:15am
1k
8:45am
11:00am
1 Hour

ATHLETE ATTITUDE: Athlete conduct will be governed by Part Seven of the USA Swimming Rules and Regulations Handbook. Intentional obstruction, interference or intentional contact with another swimmer may be deemed “Unsporting Impedance” and lead to disqualification. Swimmers shall maintain clearance from other swimmers except at the start, turn, and the finish or where the course or race conditions dictate otherwise. Parents and swimmers should be advised there are a significant number of entrants, open water swimming may be expected to involve inadvertent contact with other swimmers. It is important that swimmers keep a cool head while in the water.
ELIGIBILITY: Swimmer(s) must be registered with USA Swimming OR have a current USMS membership to be accepted into this meet. Age as of June 26, 2025 shall determine the swimmers age. Athlete must show proof of swimming distances equal to or greater than 500yd/400M in a USA swimming sanctioned meet. This swim shall have been achieved during any USA Swimming sanctioned event January 1, one year prior through the Entry Deadline. Use their the 500yrd/400M time as the seed time for their event as pre-meet verification. Swimmers may provide their own Escort Kayak or paddle boarder. Escorts must not aid the swimmer. Escorts must stay clear of all participants.

START/FINISH: A Beach start and Beach Finish will be used for each individual event.
TIMING SYSTEM: A NK Interval 2000xc Timing System Timing System will be used to manage times collection.
ENTRY CHAIR: Teams or individuals may send a team entry file compatible with Hytek Meet Manager. Send Entry file to AO Jeff Heaton at keweenaw@gmail.com by the entry deadline.
MANDATORY SAFETY BRIEFING:

All swimmers must report to the check in area prior to the mandatory safety briefing. At Check-In swimmers will receive their competitor number, body marking, and cap.
Please make sure that fingernails and toenails are trimmed, and all jewelry and watches are removed prior to the morning registration. Swimmers must be nail-checked before body marking.
There will be no penalty for scratching; entry fees will not be refunded.
Athletes must notify the Clerk of Course if they decide to scratch from their event after completing registration.
No swimmer shall be allowed to use or wear any device that may be an aid to his/her speed.

EVENT WEBSITE: CLICK HERE
ENTRY CHAIR: Jeff Heaton/keweenaw@gmail.com
MEET DIRECTOR: Janette Heaton/hvpcoachjanette@gmail.com
QUESTIONS: All questions should be directed to: hvpcoachjanette@gmail.com
MEET REFEREE: Michael Repko /mike.repko@dipturus.com
ADMIN OFFICIAL: Jeff Heaton/keweenaw@gmail.com
INDEPENDENT SAFETY MONITOR: Marni Johnson
MEDICAL SUPERVISION: Lifeguards will be on site and on the course. White Lake Police Dept. EMTs will be on site. Medical tent with Registered Nurse will be on site for First Aid.
OFFICIALS: We welcome all USA Swimming Certified Officials, and you may receive your certification as an Open Water Judge or Open Water Referee at this meet. Please refer to the USA Swimming website for complete certification requirements. The on-line tests for Open Water Judge and Open Water Referee can be found on the USA Swimming website in the Officials Section.
SCORING: No Scoring
AWARDS: Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers in each category:10 & under, 11-12, 13-14, Open
GENERAL ADMISSION: There is no admission fee. Michigan DNR vehicle recreation pass is required to enter the Pontiac Lake Recreation Beach Area.
MEET WARM-UP PROCEDURES: The area within the swim buoy’s will be available for monitored continuous warm-up and warm-down during competition.
FEEDING STATION: Will Not be provided (not required for 1K-5k races).
POLICY FOR ABANDONMENT: The following priority will occur in this order, if the Safety Officer, Meet Referee, Meet Director, or Independent Safety Monitor becomes aware of any situation requiring abandonment (including inclement weather).

Radio Communication to Officials and Safety Personnel on Course.
All Lifeguards issue a 3 loud short blast whistle command, and instruct all swimmers to evacuate the course.
Announcer instructs all swimmers, safety personnel, and Officials, to exit the course. If the reason for abandonment is inclement weather, announcer will instruct all athletes, coaches, parents, and meet personnel to go to the shelter, team bus, or vehicles, until inclement weather passes.
Everyone will be instructed to go to vehicles, until safe conditions.

FINAL RESULTS: Final results and Hy-Tek Team Manager Results file will be posted to Michigan Swimming, AND Michigan Masters Websites
CONCESSIONS: Will not be provided.
PARKING: Will be located at Pontiac Lake Recreation Beach area.
RECORDING DEVICES: Use of audio or visual recording devices, including a cell phone, is not permitted in changing areas, rest rooms, or locker rooms.
GENERAL INFORMATION ERRORS/OMISSIONS: Any errors or omissions in the program will be documented and signed by the Meet Referee and available for review at the Clerk of Course for Coaches review. Information will also be covered at the Coaches’ Meeting.
SWIMMERS WITH DISABILITIES: All swimmers are encouraged to participate. If any of your swimmers have special needs or requests, please indicate them on the entry form and with the Clerk of Course and/or the Meet Referee during warm ups.
MARSHALING: This meet is self-Marshaled.
LOST AND FOUND: Articles may be turned in/picked up at Check-In Pavilion. Articles not picked up by the end of the meet will be retained by the Meet Director or a representative for at least 14 days (any longer period shall be in the sole discretion of the Meet Director).
FACILITY ITEMS:
(A) No smoking is allowed within ¼ mile of competition.
(B) Pursuant to applicable Michigan law, no glass will be allowed in the locker rooms.
(C) To comply with USA Swimming privacy and security policy, the use of audio or visual recording devices, including a cell phone, is not permitted in changing areas, rest rooms or locker rooms.
(D) Changing, in whole or in part, into or out of a swimsuit when wearing just one suit in an area other than a permanent or temporary locker room, bathroom, changing room or other space designated for changing purposes is prohibited.
(E) Operation of a drone, or any other flying apparatus, is prohibited over the venue (pools, athlete/coach areas, spectator areas and open ceiling locker rooms) any time athletes, coaches, officials and/or spectators are present.

Beechview Summer Sendoff - SCM
2025-09-14 08:00 (America/Detroit) | Beechview Swim & Tennis Club, 27000 Westmeath Ct, Farmington Hills, MI, 48334, United States
Presented by the Beechview Swim & Tennis Club (Outdoor Facility). USMS Sanction # 195-S007
What: Short Course Meters (SCM) – Outdoor Facility
Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
Location: Beechview Swim & Tennis Club, 27000 Westmeath Ct. Farmington Hills, MI 48334
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
Cost: Online entries shall be $40 and remain open until 11:59 pm September 12, 2025 .
Deck Entries will be $40. Bring a copy of your 2025 USMS card to the swim meet.
Entries: Online and deck entries only. Swimmers may swim a maximum of 4 individual events. Relay shall be deck entry only. Your age for this event is determined by your age on December 31, 2025.
Contact: Jenny & Noah Birmelin E-mail: bvscmasters@gmail.com
Schedule: Check-in and warm up 8:00-8:45 am. Meet will start at 9:00 am
Eligibility: Only current 2025 USMS members will be allowed to compete. USMS registrations will not be offered at the door.
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.
Extras: Meet snacks will be provided by Beechview Swim & Tennis Club.
Meet proceeds benefit Beechview Swim and Tennis Club.

Small Print Items
1. 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
2. The primary timing system will be semi-automated with a sound device at the start and swimmer touching the wall at the finish with the time recorded on a scoreboard by a Dolphin timing system. Per 103.18.6 Records and Top 10 Times Using a Semiautomatic Primary Timing System—Semiautomatic times are used to determine the official time as follows (or backup times when the semiautomatic primary timing system fails), provided the procedures in article 103.17.3B are followed:
A. USMS Top 10 times may be established when timed by a minimum two-button semiautomatic primary timing system and the times are reported by three, two, or one valid button times.
B. USMS Top 10 times may be established when the minimum two-button semiautomatic primary system fails (no valid button times) if the times are reported by a manual backup system with three, two, or one valid watch times.
C. USMS records shall not be established using a semiautomatic primary system or a manual backup system when the primary system fails.
D. An initial distance or relay leadoff leg may be used to establish USMS Top 10 times when the times are reported by a manual backup timing system with a minimum of two valid watch times.
3. Times from this competition will be eligible for USMS Top 10 considerations, but not for world or USMS records.

2025 VIP Breakfast with Olympian Cody Miller
2025-10-12 07:30 - 09:00 (America/Detroit) | Crown Plaza, Lansing, 925 South Creyts Road, Lansing, Michigan, 48917
1 SPOT REMAIN
The breakfast will be limited to 10 people.
Breakfast Registration will close on Sunday, October 5, 2025 @ 9:00pm

BREAKFAST WITH CODY MILLER REGISTRATION - $50
You can purchase the total number of tickets you need on the payment page.
As a special fundraiser for Michigan Masters, Olympian Cody Miller has offered to have a private breakfast with 10 lucky swim fans on Saturday morning before the Michigan Masters Clinic.
The breakfast will be held on Sunday morning October 12, 2025, at 7:30 AM-9:00 AM at the Crown Plaza Hotel, Lansing, MI. 925 South Creyts Road, Lansing, MI 48917 · (517) 323-7100
For the biggest Cody Miller fans, this will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to ask Cody any questions you have about his Olympic swimming history in an intimate one-on-one atmosphere.
Tickets for the Sunday breakfast are $50 and will be limited to 10 people.

If you have any questions at all about this event, please contact Corrin Buck at MIViceChair@usms.org

Cody Miller

Born January 9, 1992, in Billings, Montana, is an American Olympic swimmer best known for his achievements in the breaststroke. Despite being born with pectus excavatum, a chest deformity that limited his lung capacity, Miller turned to swimming as a way to strengthen his body and found his lifelong passion. He rose to prominence at Indiana University, where he became a multiple-time Big Ten champion and the school’s first U.S. Olympian swimmer in four decades. At the 2016 Rio Olympics, Miller captured a bronze medal in the 100-meter breaststroke, setting an American record, and won gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay, helping Team USA set an Olympic record alongside Ryan Murphy, Michael Phelps, and Nathan Adrian. Beyond the Olympics, he earned multiple international medals, including World Championship titles and a Pan American Games silver.

Known for his upbeat personality and resilience, Miller has also become a successful YouTube influencer, sharing behind-the-scenes insights into elite swimming, training, and family life with his wife, Ali, and their two young sons. His journey from overcoming physical adversity to reaching the Olympic podium continues to inspire swimmers and fans around the world.

Cody Miller, Olympic gold and bronze medalist, is one of the most inspiring breaststrokers in U.S. swimming. At the 2016 Rio Games, he won bronze in the 100-meter breaststroke and gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay alongside Michael Phelps. Beyond the pool, Cody is a popular YouTube influencer, sharing his journey as an elite athlete, husband, and father.

2025 Masters Swim Clinic with Olympian Cody Miller
2025-10-12 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Charlotte Aquatic Center, 1068 Carlisle Hwy, Charlotte, 48813, United States
The Michigan Masters LMSC is Proud to Present
A Masters Swim Clinic featuring Olympic Swimmer Cody Miller
Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 10:00am – 1:00pm.
Charlotte Aquatic Center: 1068 Carlisle Hwy., Charlotte, MI 48813
USMS Sanction #195-S009
SOLD OUT
The Michigan Masters LMSC is proud to announce a Masters Swim Clinic featuring Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer Cody Miller on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM. Cody Miller, Olympic gold and bronze medalist, is one of the most inspiring breaststrokers in U.S. swimming. At the 2016 Rio Games, he won bronze in the 100-meter breaststroke and gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay alongside Michael Phelps. Beyond the pool, Cody is a popular YouTube influencer, sharing his journey as an elite athlete, husband, and father.
What to expect at a Masters Swim Clinic – SWIM CLINICS - 101

If you have any questions at all about this event, please contact Corrin Buck at MIViceChair@usms.org

Cody Miller

Born January 9, 1992, in Billings, Montana, is an American Olympic swimmer best known for his achievements in the breaststroke. Despite being born with pectus excavatum, a chest deformity that limited his lung capacity, Miller turned to swimming as a way to strengthen his body and found his lifelong passion. He rose to prominence at Indiana University, where he became a multiple-time Big Ten champion and the school’s first U.S. Olympian swimmer in four decades. At the 2016 Rio Olympics, Miller captured a bronze medal in the 100-meter breaststroke, setting an American record, and won gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay, helping Team USA set an Olympic record alongside Ryan Murphy, Michael Phelps, and Nathan Adrian. Beyond the Olympics, he earned multiple international medals, including World Championship titles and a Pan American Games silver.

Known for his upbeat personality and resilience, Miller has also become a successful YouTube influencer, sharing behind-the-scenes insights into elite swimming, training, and family life with his wife, Ali, and their two young sons. His journey from overcoming physical adversity to reaching the Olympic podium continues to inspire swimmers and fans around the world.

2025 Michigan LMSC Swimming Celebration with Special Guest - Olympian Cody Miller
2025-10-12 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Crown Plaza, Lansing, 925 South Creyts Road, Lansing, Michigan, 48917
The 13th Annual Michigan LMSC Swimming Celebration featuring Olympian Cody Miller
Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Crown Plaza, Lansing, MI
925 South Creyts Road, Lansing, MI 48917 · (517) 323-7100
REGISTRATION CLOSED
The Michigan LSMC Swimming Celebration will immediately follow a Masters Swim Clinic that Cody will be giving at the Charlotte Aquatic Center.
This year’s event will feature an Italian Buffet: Italian vegetable soup, Caesar salad, tortellini Alfredo, rigatoni pomodoro, Italian herb grilled chicken, green beans and garlic toast. There will also be dairy free, gluten free, and vegetarian items.
Along with a great meal, this special event will feature Olympian Cody Miller, who will share his insights and stories with everyone at the Banquet. There will be swimming related door prizes, awards and recognition of those who have excelled in the past year.
If you have any questions at all about this event, please contact Corrin Buck at MIViceChair@usms.org

Cody Miller

Born January 9, 1992, in Billings, Montana, is an American Olympic swimmer best known for his achievements in the breaststroke. Despite being born with pectus excavatum, a chest deformity that limited his lung capacity, Miller turned to swimming as a way to strengthen his body and found his lifelong passion. He rose to prominence at Indiana University, where he became a multiple-time Big Ten champion and the school’s first U.S. Olympian swimmer in four decades. At the 2016 Rio Olympics, Miller captured a bronze medal in the 100-meter breaststroke, setting an American record, and won gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay, helping Team USA set an Olympic record alongside Ryan Murphy, Michael Phelps, and Nathan Adrian. Beyond the Olympics, he earned multiple international medals, including World Championship titles and a Pan American Games silver.

Known for his upbeat personality and resilience, Miller has also become a successful YouTube influencer, sharing behind-the-scenes insights into elite swimming, training, and family life with his wife, Ali, and their two young sons. His journey from overcoming physical adversity to reaching the Olympic podium continues to inspire swimmers and fans around the world.

Cody Miller, Olympic gold and bronze medalist, is one of the most inspiring breaststrokers in U.S. swimming. At the 2016 Rio Games, he won bronze in the 100-meter breaststroke and gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay alongside Michael Phelps. Beyond the pool, Cody is a popular YouTube influencer, sharing his journey as an elite athlete, husband, and father.

Milford MonsterSCY Swim Meet
2025-10-26 08:00 (America/Detroit) | Milford High School, 2380 S. Milford Road, Highand, MI, 48357, United States
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Short Course Yards
USMS Sanction #195-S008
REGISTRATION CLOSED
LOCATION: Milford High School Natatorium, 2380 South Milford Rd, Highland, MI 48357
MEET DIRECTOR: Sara Jordan – coachsarajordan@gmail.com
FACILITY: The 25 yd 8-lane pool with Colorado Timing System has an attached diving well that will be used for warm up/down during the meet. Colorado Timing Full Color Display Board. There is plenty of parking and seating for spectators. Locker rooms are available. Milford 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 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 10/24/25 at 9:00 PM. Deck entries (day of) are $45. Deck registration closes at 9:30 am 10/26/25.
MEET TIMELINE:

SESSION I: Check in and Warm up 8:00 am-8:40 am. Session I Starts 8:45 am and will consist only of the first 16 entries received for the 1000 Free. We will contact you if you’re not in the 1,000. 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 9:30 am. Check in and Warm up will begin when 1,000 is done and ends at 10:20 am. Session II will start at 10:30. There is one intermission scheduled. An additional intermission may be scheduled at the discretion of the meet director.

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: Meet snacks will be available during the meet.
All proceeds from the meet supports Huron Valley United High School Swimming & Diving.

Zoom Zoom Masters Meet
2025-11-02 08:00 (America/Detroit) | Kalamazoo College Natatorium, 1010 Academy St., Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
Sunday, November 2, 2025
Short Course Yards
USMS Sanction #195-S011
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED
LOCATION: Kalamazoo College Natatorium,
1010 Academy St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
MEET DIRECTOR: Doug Williams zoomtreasurer@kalamazoomasters.com
PARKING: Free parking is available along Academy Street, Acker Lane, and Catherine Street. Additional parking is available in the lot on the east side of the Fitness & Wellness Center (Building 10 on campus map). The Natatorium is Building 22.
FACILITY: The Kalamazoo College Natatorium is home to the Kalamazoo College men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams. The 29,600 square foot building features eleven lanes and a separate diving area with two 1-meter, and two 3-meter springboards. There will be at least two 25-yard lanes and the diving well available for continuous warm-up. Take a virtual tour of the Kalamazoo College Natatorium . Locker rooms are adjacent to the pool deck and are available to use for changing. All swimmers should bring their own locks, or plan to bring their clothes and valuables on deck during the competition. Kalamazoo College and Kalamazoo Masters Swim Club assume no liability for any missing items at the meet. The length of the competition course without a bulkhead complies and is on file with USMS in accordance with articles 105.1.7 and 106.2.1. The primary timing system is automated with a sound device at the start, a touchpad at the finish, with times displayed 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 2025 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. Online entries are $40. Register Online at: michiganmasters.com. Online registration closes Friday, October 31, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. (noon). Seeding will be slow to fast unless noted otherwise.

MEET TIMELINE:

SESSION I: Check in and Warm-up-8:00 a.m.–8:40 a.m. Session 1 will begin at 8:45 a.m. and consists of two heats of 1000 free (8 lanes per heat).
SESSION II: Check in from 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Warm-up starts at the completion of the 1000 Y Freestyle and concludes at 10:25 a.m. Session 2 events will begin at 10:30 a.m.

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.
Proceeds will support Loy Norrix High School Swim & Dive Teams.

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

Women’s Event #
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

Women’s Event #
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

Women’s Event #
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

Women’s Event #
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.
