Brunswick River Rapids

Read below to know what to expect at a swim meet...

Meet Declarations

You must "declare" (sign up) your swimmer on SwimTopia early in the week or they cannot swim in the meet that coming weekend. Coaches use this information to create the meet lineup. Families can select events and request relays (via a note) but meet entries are ultimately the coach's decision.

Meet Entries

Swimmers, at dual or tri-meets, can compete in up to five (5) events, with no more than four (4) individual events. 

Swimmers, at Divisional meets, can compete in up to three (3) individual events and one (1) relay.

Qualified swimmers, at All Stars, can compete in up to four (4) individual events

The meet lineup will be shared with all families once finalized.

What to Bring

• Swimmers should arrive already wearing their swimsuit (warm clothing is suggested for early mornings)
• Swimmers should bring:
  • goggles, swim cap, and hair ties (for long hair)
  • at least two towels
  • something to pass the time (cards, books, games, etc.)
• Families should bring:
  • camping chairs
  • shade canopy's
  • plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, hats

Important Swimmer Info

• Plan to be at the pool & checked inat least10 minutes before warm ups begin
• Swimmers must check in at the team tent upon arrival
• Before or after warm ups, swimmers should write their event information (event number, heat number, and lane number) on their arms. This helps both the swimmer and the Clerk of Course volunteers, and keeps the meet flowing smoothly.
• The team will do a cheer just prior to the start of the meet
• Before a swimmer's event, swimmers will report to the Clerk of Course. Parent volunteers will organize swimmers by their event/heat/lane and they will be escorted to the to chairs.

Meet Results

As the meet progresses, results are typically posted on the "Meet Mobile" App. This app is not free. Final results will be sent to the team after the meet and also shared on the FSSL website. Ribbons will be awarded for 1st-12th places.

Other Info

• Meets generally last 4 hours
• To ensure a fair start, please be quiet from when the Starter says "Swimmers Step Up" or "Step In" until the start signal (horn and strobe). Then feel free to cheer as much as you want.
• After each heat, swimmers should remain in the pool until the last swimmer finishes the race. If possible, shake the hand of the swimmer next to you and tell them “good swim.” It is very courteous and promotes good sportsmanship.
• When you are not swimming, cheer on your fellow teammates and congratulate them when they are finished with their races.
• Swimmers are expected to stay for the duration of the meet.
• Food and drinks are sold during meets (either concession stand or food trucks)
• We must leave the host pools in the same condition we found them, so everyone must pitch in at the end of meets to clean up the team area and all trash.