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Welcome to Update #3 for the 2015 Nationwide USMS Spring National Championship in San Antonio, Texas. We're less than two weeks away from Spring Nationals. Your local host committee is busy taking care of the countless tasks needed to prepare for this exciting event, and everyone at the Northside ISD Swim Complex is ready for good times and fast swims!
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WHERE TO FIND INFORMATION
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The USMS website is the location for all official information regarding the 2015 Nationwide USMS Spring Nationals. The USMS site has the complete meet schedule and will post the latest results. Remember to tell your friends, family, and teammates that the complete schedule, results, and live streaming, will be available at usms.org.
Use Active Network's Meet Mobile to get heat sheets and instant results on your mobile device. Just download the Meet Mobile app on iTunes or Google Play on your iPhone, iPad, or Android.
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The 50s and 100s have been preseeded, with the oldest age groups first, slowest to fastest within each age group, men and women separately. All 200 yard events, the 400 IM, and the 500 freestyle will be deck-seeded, with the oldest age groups first, slowest to fastest within each age group, men and women separately. The 1650 and 1000 freestyles will be deck-seeded slowest to fastest by entry time, regardless of age, with men and women combined. REMEMBER ALL EVENTS 200 YARDS AND LONGER WILL REQUIRE POSITIVE CHECK-IN. The men's heats will precede women's heats for each event (except the 1650 and 1000 which are mixed).
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You'll be pleased to know that the meet program, including heat sheets and the estimated timeline are now posted online on the meet information page. Because many events will be deck-seeded, we are basing the timeline on historical scratch data. Therefore, it should only to be used as a general guide. Those not on deck may follow the live video streaming, Real Time results, and/or Meet Mobile to keep track of the actual running of the meet.
Meet Start Times
The meet start time will be at 8 a.m. on all mornings. Warm-up in the competition pool will be from 6:30 a.m.-7:50 a.m. each day. Complete warm-up information is available on the meet information page.
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Positive check-in is required for all the 200s, 400 IMs, 500, 1000, and 1650 freestyle events. Check-in may be done in person at the registration area or at usms.org according to the following schedule:
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EVENT
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IN-PERSON CHECK-IN
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ONLINE CHECK-IN
| | Thurs., April 23 | 1650 freestyle (men and women)
1000 freestyle (men and women) | Weds. 3-8 p.m. --Thurs. by 7 a.m.
Weds. 3-8 p.m.-- Thurs. by 9 a.m. | Tues. 7 a.m. --Thurs. by 7 a.m
Tues. 7 a.m. -- Thurs. by 9 a.m. | | Fri., April 24 | 400 IM
200 freestyle | Weds. 3-8 p.m.-- Fri. by 7 a.m.
Weds. 3-8 p.m. -- Fri. by 9 a.m. | Tues. 7 a.m. -- Fri. by 7 a.m.
Tues. 7 a.m. -- Fri. by 9 a.m. | | Sat., April 25 | 500 freestyle (men)
200 backstroke
200 butterfly | Weds. 3-8 p.m. -- Sat. by 7 a.m.
Weds. 3-8 p.m. -- Sa. by 9 a.m.
Weds. 3-8 p.m.--Sat. by 11 a.m. | Tues. 7 a.m. -- Sat. by 7 a.m.
Tues. 7 a.m. -- Sat. by 9 a.m.
Tues. 7 a.m. -- Sat. by 11 a.m. | | Sun., April 26 | 500 freestyle (women)
200 breaststroke
200 IM | Weds. 3-8 p.m. -- Sun. by 7 a.m.
Weds. 3-8 p.m. -- Sun. by 9 a.m.
Weds. 3-8 p.m. -- Sun. by 11 a.m.
| Tues. 7 a.m. --Sun. by 7 a.m.
Tues. 7 a.m. -- Sun. by 9 a.m.
Tues. 7 a.m.-- Sun. by 11 a.m. |
*All times are Central Daylight Time
Coaches or teammates may check in online or in person at the registration area for those swimmers whose travel plans do not permit check-in by the deadlines. Failure to check in will result in the swimmer being scratched from the event and the swimmer will not be permitted to swim that event at another time.
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Swimmers and coaches can enter relays until 3 p.m. on the day before the relay is scheduled. Each competitor shall be allowed to swim only one freestyle relay, one medley relay, one mixed freestyle relay and one mixed medley relay. The entry fee for each relay is $12 (cash, check or credit card). Relay entries may be submitted at the relay desk in the registration area. Each of the four members of any relay team must be entered in the meet and registered with the same Masters club. Relay entry fee is in addition to individual events. Relay entry forms are available for download on the relay information page.
Relay Submission Deadlines
| Thurs., April 23 | 200 medley relay (women's and men's)
200 mixed freestyle relay | 3 p.m. | | Fri., April 24 | 200 free relay (women's and men's) | 3 p.m. | | Sat., April 25 | 200 mixed medley relay | 3 p.m. |
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SHUTTLE SCHEDULE AND ROUTES
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The shuttle service will be available starting Wednesday at 3 p.m. and run until 6 p.m. that evening. The bus will run approximately every 15-20 minutes. Please note that there are two shuttle routes (A and B). Swimmers should make sure they're getting on the correct shuttle. Both shuttle routes are on busy streets and swimmers should plan to allow plenty of time for travel as it may take the bus a little longer to complete its route. Stops at hotels will be brief (1-3 minutes) and shuttles will leave on time based on the scheduled times for the pool and hotels. Ultimately, it's your responsibility to get to the pool well before your events. First and last shuttle times will be posted at the pool (Solutions Table at Registration) and at each hotel front desk.
A shuttle pass may be purchased for $30 at check-in. You will not need a pass to get to the pool the first time you come from your hotel, but you will need one to return.
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If you purchased the Gold Medal Sponsorship, you'll receive a hospitality pass for the entire meet.
If you didn't purchase a pass, there are still options available for you. Black Tie Affairs is hosting several concession areas for your convenience with a menu catering to athletes as well as spectators. District policy prohibits outside food inside the NISD Swim Center gates.
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Visit the Fine Designs booth in the Vendor Village--they'll have a number of event souvenirs, including long- and short-sleeve T-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, form-fitting T-shirts in various colors, and more!
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- Throughout the meet, you may exit the pool from either your lane or via a ladder on the side of the pool.
- Facility staff will hang your team banners around the facility for you. Please turn your banners in to the information/solutions tent and indicate that you would like the banner to be hung. We do not allow the use of any kind of tape in our facility.
- CORRECTION from previous email: Each morning of the competition, Nydia's Yoga Therapy Studio will be presenting a $5 modified yoga class for swimmers that is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Join them between 6:30 and 7:45 for an opportunity to bring your mind and body together for a more enjoyable day in the water!
- Massage Heights will be located on the pool deck, near the diving well (warm-up pool). Professional therapists will be working continuously throughout the meet to make sure you perform your best. Sign-ups will be available at the Massage Heights tent. Cost will be $1.50 per minute.
- Water fountains and coolers will be available throughout the facility. Cups will not be provided, please bring your own water bottle or use the one provided by Omni Hotel in your goodie bag.
- NO SHAVING IS ALLOWED on the Northside ISD Swim Complex campus. This includes locker room areas so please plan ahead for your competition prepping needs!
- The San Antonio Convention and Visitor Bureau website has lots of great information to get you to many local activities and attractions, as well as coupons and special rates to help you enjoy your visit. Show your athlete credential and you can enjoy discounts all around town from their Show Us Your Badge discount program.
- Get your discounted SeaWorld and Six Flag Fiesta Texas tickets by clicking on these links SeaWorld USMS Discount and Six Flags USMS Discount and entering the promo code "USMS."
- Northside ISD Swim Complex is equipped to accept cash or credit cards for everything from parking to relays, including the Texas BBQ social event tickets!
- An unlimited amount of tickets for the Texas BBQ will be available for purchase at $30 each for a fun and authentic Texas experience, Saturday evening from 6 to 10 p.m. Transportation is included to Leon Springs Dancehall.
- San Antonio is a hands-free driving zone-no electronics may be used while driving. Print information and directions from the airport to the pool.
- Please read these important Facility Rules and Policies.
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The San Antonio area is prone to cool mornings and humid days in the month of April, with temperatures in the high 70s by mid-afternoon. Be prepared for a sprinkle or two-there's always the chance of an April shower! All swimmers, spectators, officials, and volunteers should be prepared for the sun with sunscreen and clothing as even on the cloudy days sunburn can occur with the hot Texas sun. It's recommended that you travel with light clothing and lots of fluids if you plan to explore the area.
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Parking is available for $7/day or $20/event pass. There is no charge for parking on Wednesday, April 22 for the general warm-up, but passes will be available for purchase at the registration area. Handicap parking is available in front of the Northside Swim Center Gates.
The meet shuttle service is available at six of the hotels on the list. If you didn't preorder a shuttle pass, they will be available for $30 in the registration area. Your first trip from the hotel to the pool will not require a shuttle pass, but the return trip will.
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NEED SOMETHING AT THE MEET?
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| Visit our sponsors for discounts and special giveaways available only at the meet! |
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Nationwide Insurance� is proud to be the title sponsor of the 2015 Spring National Championship. To celebrate, Nationwide will be at the event to cheer on participants, offer giveaway items, and raffle off a $4,500 cash prize. Stop by for your chance to win! Plus, members of U.S. Masters Swimming can save with exclusive auto insurance discounts.
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FINIS is teaming up with All American Swim to offer your favorite race day and training products at a 20% discount throughout the meet. Learn about your favorite training products from members of the FINIS team, or gear up for your races with the Vapor Technical Racing Suit.
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Malibu C, the # 1 Salon Hair and Skin SwimCare, is proud to support the USMS Nationwide Spring Nationals. Try Malibu C's Swimmers Wellness Shampoo and Swimmers Wellness Conditioner as well as Malibu C Ultra Body Lotion located in the locker rooms.
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Myrtha Pools is happy to host the Nationwide Spring Nationals in one of its newest facilities. Come by the booth and learn more about the Myrtha technology.
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Colorado Time Systems is sorry we couldn't make it this time around! We will still be raffling off two Pace Clock Pros to two registered USMS programs. And remember that USMS members get a 15% discount on all Colorado Time Systems products. Discount code for online shopping: usms_1415
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Through vision, pursuit and American ingenuity, TYR Sport has become a brand synonymous with the athlete. Starting from, powered by and made for athletes, we are dedicated to re-imagining technologies that enhance experience at every level. For TYR training, competition, and performance products, visit our retail booth with All American.
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For more than 84 years, Speedo has helped athletes achieve their full potential in the water. To learn more about Speedo, and to check out all of Speedo's newest suits, accessories and gear, visit the Speedo retail booth in the vendor exhibit area.
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blueseventy will have some great promotions at our booth. 10% off all race swimwear, plus get a free t-shirt or bullet cap with every suit. Special training bundles, which have swim bag, training suit, nero goggles and a silicone cap, are $80 for men and $100 for women.
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Come by the P2Life booth and chat with Laura, Rich, Tim, and David - Swimming World Magazine's choice of top Masters swimmers in the world for 2013. We will be also offering samples of our NutriBoost Shake!
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All American Swim Supply will have a large variety of newly designed USMS t-shirts, embroidered polos, embroidered tube towels, TYR products, Aqua Sphere products, and swim equipment.
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Aqua Sphere is committed to developing innovative products for active swimmers, enabling them to perform their best, and feel comfortable in the water. We offer a complete range of premium swim products, including technical suits, body shaping swimwear, eyewear, and other quality training aids. Aqua Sphere will be represented by All American.
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TRISWIM will be passing out one complimentary FOGGIES towelette at the booth. In addition, a SBR SPORTS mega pack containing TRISWIM products, FOGGIES and a TRISLIDE continuous spray can (used to ease entries into tech suits and eliminate chafing) will be raffled off each day, along with the newest line of skincare, DERMASPORT. Enter the raffle at our booth. Winners need not be present.
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Dave and Busters is the most fun you can have under one roof, and they will be at the meet giving away prizes and promotions to visit their area location. | |
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Home Swimmer is the original, award-winning, portable stationary and resistance swimming system for fun and effective fitness swimming exercise at home or on the road. HomeSwimmer will turn any pool into a low-impact workout pool in less than three minutes.
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