Swimming & Diving Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a rules presentation we are required to watch?
No. The presentation, however, can be found at the links below. It is not recorded, so you are able to look at each slide at your convenience:

What type of swim suit can my athlete wear?
Information regarding swim caps, suits, and logos can be found on the following Power Point: click here

How many events can my athletes swim?
An athlete can swim up to four events, with a maximum of two being individual events. Prelims and finals are considered one event. For example, Jimmy can swim in the 50 Free, 100 Butterfly, 200 Medley Relay, and the 200 Free Relay.

Can the officials have children that swim at the school they’re officiating?
Yes. The officials should not, however, officiate the heat their child is swimming.

How many meets does my athlete need to participate in the regular season in order to be eligible for the postseason?
4.

Where can I find a list of district hosts?
http://www.fhsaa.org/sports/swimming-diving/district-sites

Where can I find a list of region hosts?
http://www.fhsaa.org/sports/swimming-diving/regional-sites

Where can I find which classification and district my school is in?
http://www.fhsaa.org/sports/swimming-diving/assignments

What does the meet committee do?
The meet committee is only called when:

  • Some situation is not specifically covered in the rules
  • Misapplication of a rule during a meet

Judgment calls are not subject to review by this committee.

Can I submit my district seeding times via Hy-Tek?
Yes. It can also be submitted to the district host by filling out the SW3 form located on the FHSAA’s Swimming & Diving page.