PVS 2024 Long Course Open Championships

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Event Details

• Dates: July 11-14, 2024
• Location: University of Maryland, College Park Campus, Eppley Recreation Center
• Sanction Number: PVS-24-106

Meet Officials

• Meet Director: Tom Ugast (tugast@nationscapitalswimming.com)
• Meet Referee: Ellen Colket (ecpenny@msn.com)
• Administrative Official: Courtney Johnston (Courtney.johnston@gmail.com)
• Entry Chair: Karyn McCannon (kmccannon@nationscapitalswimming.com)

Facility Information

• The competition pool is 50m x 25yd with two moveable bulkheads.
• Depth: 8’ at start end and 14’ at turn end.
• Continuous warm-up/cool-down available in a separate 25-yard pool.
• Parking cost: Approximately $15 per day.

Entry Information

• Deadline for Entries: Tuesday, July 2, 2024, 12:00 pm
• Late Entries: Accepted until Monday, July 8, 2024, at NOON with a fee.
• Entry Fees:
  • Per Swimmer Surcharge: $10.00
  • Individual Event Fee: $12.50
  • Relay Event Fee: $20.00
  • Time Trial Fee: $15.00 per attempt

Schedule

• July 11-14, 2024:
  • Prelims: Warm-up 7:00 – 8:20 am, Events 8:30 am
  • Finals:
    • Thursday & Friday: Warm-up 5:00 – 6:00 pm, Events 6:10 pm
    • Saturday & Sunday: Warm-up 4:00 – 5:00 pm, Events 5:10 pm

Eligibility

• Open to all Potomac Valley Swimming registered athletes and invited USA Swimming Teams.
• Swimmers must be registered with USA Swimming and meet qualifying times.

Special Provisions

• Disability Swimmers: Accommodations available upon advance notice to the Meet Director.
• Inclement Weather: Changes will be posted on the PVS website or sent via Flash Mail.
• Timing System: Automatic timing (touchpads primary) will be used.
• Rules: Governed by current USA Swimming rules. MAAPP compliance required.

Event Rules

• Maximum of seven (7) individual events per swimmer, no more than three (3) per day including Time Trials.
• Relays: Clubs may enter up to three (3) teams per relay event; only two (2) may score.
• Positive check-in required for all events 400m and longer.
• No deck entries will be accepted.

Scoring & Awards

• Individual Scoring: Top 16 places score points.
• Relay Scoring: Top 16 places score points.
• Awards: No awards.

Important Notes

• No on-deck USA Swimming registration.
• Use of audio/visual recording devices is prohibited in changing areas, restrooms, and locker rooms.
• Deck changes are prohibited.
• Drone usage is prohibited over the venue.

Time Trials

• Held after prelim sessions if time permits.
• Athletes must compete in an individual event in PVS LC Open Championships to participate.
• Maximum of two (2) time trials per athlete during the meet.

Warm-Up Procedures

• Follow prescribed PVS warm-up procedures and safety policies.
• Continuous warm-up/cool-down lanes available during the meet.

Supervision

• Coaches are responsible for the conduct of their swimmers and for cleaning up their team areas.
• Meet Marshals will ensure compliance with safety and MAAPP protocols.

Credentials

• Only athletes, USA Swimming certified coaches, and deck officials are permitted on deck.
• Proof of USA Swimming membership required.

Medical Assistance

• Provided by facility staff. Notify a lifeguard or meet staff if assistance is needed.

Officials & Volunteers

• Officials: This is an Officials Qualifying Meet (OQM). Officials interested in evaluations must submit an application by July 4, 2024.
• Timers & Volunteers: Two timers per lane. Clubs must provide timers and volunteers based on the number of entries.

Entry Procedures

• Submit entries via email to Entry Coordinator, Karyn McCannon at kmccannon@nationscapitalswimming.com.
• Include entry file, report of entries by name and event, and contact information in the email.
• Payment for unattached athletes is due in advance.

For detailed event schedules and further information, please refer to the official meet document or visit the Potomac Valley Swimming website.